Iowa DMV Records

Free Iowa Driving record searches, easy to use direct official government links to driver license and registration sources.

Core driver-license services including renewals, first-time applicants, address changes, office locations, and identity-related DMV tasks.

• Lost or Stolen Iowa Driver's LicensesIf your license has been lost or stolen, you may apply for a duplicate. What you need and is required to obtain another license or ID
• License Name or Address ChangesYou must notify the Iowa Department of Transportation within 30 days when your mailing address has changed
• Iowa's Ignition Interlock DevicesIowa law provides for certain individuals who have had their driver's license revoked for an OWI (i.e., operating while intoxicated or drugged)
• Foreign National Iowa Driver's Licenses & IDsProof of Identity, New Residents & Certification of Iowa Residency and more

Vehicle registration, title transfers, plate renewals, inspections, VIN or title lookup resources, and registration guidance.

• Request a Motor Vehicle RecordHow to Request and Obtain Records, services available and fees
• Selling a Motor Vehicle in IowaHow to Sell Your Vehicle in Iowa, Iowa's Vehicle Registration System, Selling to an Iowa Dealer, Removing the License Plates, Unused Registration...
• Personalized & Specialty License PlatesYou can order and find out more about various Iowa license plates. See the samples of Personalized & Specialty License Plates
• Abandoned Vehicle Questions & AnswersAbandoned Vehicle Notification & Process Simplified, steps for disposal and more
• Aircraft Registration in IowaExemptions from registration requirements. Transfer of ownership. Selling your aircraft and more

Official DMV forms, manuals, handbooks, PDFs, and publications that help drivers and vehicle owners complete state paperwork.

• Iowa Driver's License RenewalHow to renew your drivers license. Requirements and information regarding renewal
• Getting your drivers licenseDriver License Stations by county. Instructions and how to step by step. Hours of operation and more information for each station
• Driver Records - Obtaining a Certified CopyObtain a certified copy of your driving record. Simply complete the form on this website. Easy and simple instructions with link to the proper form
• Iowa Driver Education Certification CoursesWhere courses are offered and contact information
• Iowa Department of Transportation, Motor Vehicle Division indexDriver services, information and how to instructions for the general public. Links to many resources for various types of driver's licenses. Free...
• Commercial Motor Carriers and DriversUnified Carrier Registration (UCR). IFTA New Online Application. Forms, links and more
• Graduated Driver Licenses (GDL)Information on Iowa's System for Drivers Under the Age of 18. Instruction Permit, Intermediate License, Full License, Remedial Driver Improvement and.
• Motor Vehicle Registration - How to RegisterRegistering a Motor Vehicle in Iowa. Required documents and other instructions. Application instructions and more
• Bonded Certificate of TitleIf your vehicle cannot be titled or registered by your county treasurer because you do not have the proper title documents, you may be able to file a.
• Office of Vehicle ServicesRegistrations & Titles, Rate book information, License Plates, Selling a Motor Vehicle in Iowa and more
• Office of Vehicle EnforcementEnforcement, investigation, forms and related websites
• Motor Vehicle Division FormsOfficial Iowa DMV resource for motor vehicle division forms.
• Motor Carrier Services FormsOfficial Iowa DMV resource for motor carrier services forms.
• Change of Address Notice FormOfficial Iowa DMV resource for change of address notice form.
• Iowa Accident Report FormOfficial Iowa DMV resource for iowa accident report form.
• Driver's License Manual & Study GuidesOfficial Iowa DMV resource for driver's license manual & study guides.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) ManualOfficial Iowa DMV resource for commercial driver's license (cdl) manual.
• Motorcycle Operator's ManualOfficial Iowa DMV resource for motorcycle operator's manual.
• Driver Education Manual - A Guide to Curriculum DevelopmentOfficial Iowa DMV resource for driver education manual - a guide to curriculum development.
• Handicapped parking permitsIowa's Persons with Disabilities Parking Law, Applying for a Permit, eligibility and more helpful information
• Salvage Vehicle InformationWhat is an Iowa salvage vehicle, exemptions, junking certificate, Lemon Buy Back and more
• Graduated Driver LicensesRestrictions, information for new drivers

Commercial driver-license resources, motorcycle programs, school-bus or hazmat guidance, disability placards, and specialized programs.

• Inspection Report CopiesA motor carrier may request a copy of a single inspection report by submitting a faxed request to the Office of Motor Vehicle Enforcement
• Hazardous MaterialsThe Hazardous Materials Team, regulations, Emergency response, training and more
• Motorcycle Rider Education in IowaOfficial Iowa DMV resource for motorcycle rider education in iowa.

• Iowa Public Records HubReturn to the main Iowa public-record directory and browse more official record categories.
• Iowa Vital RecordsBirth, death, marriage, and divorce record resources for Iowa.
• Iowa Genealogy SearchFamily-history, archive, and genealogy research links for Iowa.
• Iowa Property RecordsProperty, lien, business, and ownership search resources for Iowa.
• Iowa Court RecordsCourt and case-search resources that can support compliance, ticket, and legal-record research.