Driver's license/ID

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COVID-19 - If your driver’s license or vehicle registration is expired or expiring you do not need to renew at this time. We ask that you wait until the declared disaster has ended.

Note: The deadline to get your REAL ID (gold star) has been extended to Oct. 1, 2021.

If you must come into an Iowa DOT-operated service center for an essential service, you will need to call the service center you intend to visit to make an appointment. Walk-in customers will not be served. If you can wait until May 1, you can schedule an appointment online. We are not conducting non-commercial drive tests at this time.

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Appointments can be made for May 1 or later

DUBUQUE DRIVER'S LICENSE STATION

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ONLINE SERVICES

  • Renew online
    Renew your driver's license or ID card online, anytime.
  • Required documents
    Build a personal checklist of required documents to obtain a driver's license/ID.
  • View my driving record
    Obtain a noncertified copy of your driving record at no charge. It is for reference only and cannot be used for official or legal purposes.

Address:

2460 Gateway Drive
Dubuque, Iowa  52003

Telephone:

563-583-9844
515-244-8725 - for general driver’s license information
Hours:
Monday Closed
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Holiday schedule
Knowledge test: Will not be administered 30 minutes before closing
Drive test: By appointment
Will not be administered 30 minutes before closing
CDL drive test: By appointment
Will not be administered 1.5 hours before closing
Motorcycle drive test: Administered at 9 a.m. only
Must sign up 15 minutes prior to testing: Helmet, long pants, and shoes that cover feet completely are required. 
Weather permitting

 

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