Iowa Driver License Requirements at-a-glance:

DMV Info Minimum Age for Learner Permit 14 years Learner Permit Holding Period6 months Minimum Required Amount of Supervised Driving Learners Permit Holders must log 20 hours, including 2 at night; Intermediate License Holders must log 10 hours, including 2 at night Minimum Age for Driver License16 years Road Test Yes Unsupervised Driving RulesIntermediate license holders may not drive between 12:30 a.m. and 5 a.m. unless accompanied by a licensed adult driver who's at least 25. With a waiver, you may drive unsupervised during these hours if communting to and from work or school Passenger Rules Passengers are allowed to ride with learners permit holders if there are enough seat belts for in vehicle. A licensed, 25-year-old supervising driver must be seated in the front passenger seat OtherDriver education is a requirement for applicants under 18.

How To Get Your

Iowa License Step-by-Step:


Obtain driver education certificate


Practice for the written Learner Permit Exam using our free practice tests


Find a driver license office and schedule an appointment for the written exam (you may also simply show up but you may have to wait some time)


Take the Learner Permit Written Exam


Practice driving with your learner permit


Take the Driving Exam