DMV Office Finder in Iowa

Iowa DMV Office Locations

In Iowa, the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) oversees all vehicle and driver-related activities, and includes the following departments:

• Customer Services Bureau—handles all driver-related tasks.
• Office of Vehicle Services—handles all vehicle-related issues.

All in-person vehicle services are provided at your local county treasurer's office.

Depending on the county you live in, you may be able to go to your county treasurer's office OR an MVD driver license issuance location to take care of driver-related tasks.

Find your nearest county treasurer's office or driver license issuance site by choosing your county below OR entering your zip code above.

Iowa MVD Office Services

The services provided by Iowa MVD office branches include (but aren't limited to):

• Vehicle registration.
• Titling & title transfers.
• Applying for a:
  • Driver's license for:
    • Teens.
    • Adults.
    • Commercial drivers.
    • Motorcycle riders.
  • Learner's permit.
  • Iowa ID card.
• Administering the following licensing tests:
  • Written knowledge exam.
  • Road skills exam.

Skip the Lines & Save Time

Consider using one of the following time-saving services to avoid waiting in line at the MVD office branch all day:

• Utilize various online services provided by the Iowa MVD and third-party companies, which may ultimately save you a trip to the agency office.
• Schedule an appointment with a Motor Vehicle Division office branch ahead of time if your task allows for it.

Third-Party CDL Test Sites

If you're applying to get your Iowa commercial driver's license, you'll need to take the behind-the-wheel skills test. For your convenience, the Motor Vehicle Division allows you the option of taking the test at a third-party location (usually a community college).

To find the third-party CDL road tester closest to you, take a look at the Iowa MVD's list of CDL testing locations.

Contact the Iowa MVD

There are several ways to get in touch with the Iowa Motor Vehicle Division's main offices.

To contact the MVD via live chat OR e-mail, visit their help center webpage.

Phone Numbers

• Driver licensing: (515) 244-8725
• Vehicle registration: (515) 237-3110

Mailing Addresses

Customer Services Bureau
Iowa Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 9204
Des Moines, IA 50306

Office of Vehicle Services
P.O. Box 9278
Des Moines, IA 50306