New iowa drivers license

Congratulations on getting a new Iowa driver's license! Here's a step-by-step guide to help you through the process:

Eligibility:

Required Documents:

Proof of identity (e.g., birth certificate, passport, or Iowa ID card)
Proof of Social Security number (e.g., Social Security card, W-2 form, or 1099 form)
Proof of Iowa residency (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement, or bank statement)
Proof of name change (if applicable, e.g., marriage certificate or court order)

Application Process:

Learner's Permit:
- Fill out the application form (available at any Iowa DOT driver's license issuance site or online).
- Provide the required documents.
- Pass a vision test.
- Pay the fee ($10.50 for a learner's permit).
Provisional License:
- Hold a learner's permit for at least 6 months.
- Complete 50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours of nighttime driving.
- Pass a road test.
- Pay the fee ($10.50 for a provisional license).
Full Driver's License:
- Hold a provisional license for at least 6 months.
- Pass a road test.
- Pay the fee ($20.50 for a full driver's license).

Additional Requirements:

Complete a traffic safety course (if you're under 18 years old).
Provide proof of insurance and vehicle registration for the vehicle you'll be driving during the road test.

Issuance Sites:

Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) driver's license issuance sites are located in Des Moines, Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, and Sioux City.
You can find a list of issuance sites and their hours of operation on the Iowa DOT website.

Fees:

Tips:

Make sure to bring all required documents and proof of identity.
Fill out the application form carefully and accurately.
Study for the written test and practice driving before taking the road test.
Be prepared to provide proof of insurance and vehicle registration for the vehicle you'll be driving during the road test.