Iowa - Application for Identification Card

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Procedure

1. Gather all documents you will need to submit or present to apply for the procedure. Use the link provided on the 'Required Documents' section to create a checklist of what documents you should bring when you apply.
2. Go to a drivers license station.
3. Complete the required form and submit all necessary documents.
4. Pay the application fee.

Under age 18 identification card

To obtain an Iowa identification (ID) card, you must provide the consent of a parent or legal guardian. A Parent's/Guardian's Written Consent Form must be filled out. This form is also available at any driver's license station.

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Required Documents

Personal checklist of the documents you will need to satisfy Iowas identification requirements Start

View/print a paper brochure of the checklist

Office Locations & Contacts

Iowa DOT
General information: 515-239-1101
Drivers license information : 800-532-1121 (toll free in Iowa) or 515-244-8725
Commercial vehicle information : 800-925-6469 (toll free in Iowa)

Mailing address:
800 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010

Driver's License Station - Locations

Eligibility

• No age requirement
• Resident of Iowa
• US Citizen/ Lawful presence

Fees

Iowa ID card: $8

Validity

An Iowa ID card is valid for 8 years.

Documents to Use

Parent's/Guardian's Written Consent Form

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Instructions

Apply for an Iowa ID card at a Drivers License Station

Required Information

• Name
• Date and place of birth
• Current residence
• Social security number

Need for the Document

Following is a procedure on how you can apply for an identification card in Iowa.

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

• Iowa DOT:

http://www.iowadot.gov/mvd/realid/home.html

http://www.iowadot.gov/mvd/ods/under18ID.html

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