Iowa Driving Permits
Since 1999, Iowa has implemented a Graduated Driving Program which has three graduated levels of licenses and permits. They are:
- Instruction Permit
- Intermediate License
- Drivers license
Requirements for an Instruction Permit
- Must be at least 14 years old
- Certified copy of your Birth Certificate
- Valid Social Security Card
- Photo Identification
- Parental / Guardian Consent and signature
- Cash Payment for fees and tests
Restrictions:
- Must drive with a licensed immediate family member 21 years or older
Requirements for an Intermediate License
- Must be at least 16 years old
- Certified copy of your birth Certificate
- Valid Social Security Card
- Proof of school Enrollment
- Photo identification
- Parental / Guardian consent and signature
- Must pass a written test, vision, and driving test.
- Must have completed a certified Iowa Drivers ED course and have done at least 20 hours of supervised driving.
Restrictions
- Cannot drive between 12 :30 AM and 5 AM without a licensed immediate family member over the age of 21.
Requirements for a License
- Must be at least 17 years old
- Certified copy of your birth Certificate
- Valid Social Security Card
- Proof of school Enrollment
- Photo identification
- Proof of School Enrollment
- Parental / Guardian consent and signature
- Must have had their learner permit for at least 60 days
- Must pass Vision, written, and Road skill test.
- And have all the requirements of an Intermediate license.
Restrictions
- Full License
