Specialty or Personalized Plates

No driver's license or ID Number?

Apply for specialty or personalized plates by mail.

DO YOU HAVE YOUR GOLD STAR?

As of May 7, 2025, you will need a REAL ID gold star on your driver's license/ID or another TSA-approved identity document like a passport to fly within the U.S. or access certain federal facilities.

To get your REAL ID gold star, you will need to visit us in person and bring additional documents with you.
If you choose not to get a REAL ID, you will receive a driver's license or identification card that reads, "NOT FOR REAL ID ACT PURPOSES".
Find out more about Real ID.

Has my new license/ID card been mailed?

Your new driver’s license or ID card will arrive in a plain white envelope within 30 days of being processed.

Check Status

Tips for logging in:

Make sure to enter your first name in the first box and last name in the second box
Enter your name exactly as it appears on your license or identification card (e.g. Matthew instead of Matt)
Be sure to use the LAST 5 digits of your social security number (a common mistake is to use only the last 4)

Need help?

515-237-3110

DOT.Plates@iowadot.us

First name

Last name

Date of birth (mm/dd/yyyy)

Last 5 DIGITS of your Social Security number

Iowa driver's license (DL) or
identification card (ID) number

By checking the box below, I certify the first name, last name, driver's license/ID number, date of birth, and last five digits of the Social Security number entered above are my own. I understand it is a criminal offense to knowingly submit false information to the Iowa Department of Transportation, punishable by fines, incarceration, and/or loss of driving or registration privileges.

I certify, under penalty of perjury and pursuant to the laws of the State of Iowa, that the above statement is true and correct.