Treasurer's Office - Driver's License

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Treasurer's Office - Driver's License

The Hardin County Treasurer’s Office is responsible for issuing driver’s licenses to Iowa residents. This also includes motorcycle licenses, Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs) and driver permits for Iowa residents 14 years of age and up.

Appointments are required for all Driver's License services. New Legislation passed July 1, 2023 and if you are not a Hardin County Resident there will be a $10.00 convenience fee added for issuance of a DL or ID. This fee will be waived if you pay property taxes in Hardin County.

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Driver's License Expiration

A driver’s license expires on the license holder’s birthday. However, the license is still valid for an additional 60 days. CDLs now expire on the expiration date with no 60-day grace period.

Expiration Grace Period & Travel

Please note, when using a driver’s license as a form of identification for travel purposes the 60 days grace period may not be recognized by travel security personnel.

Expirations Exceeding 1 Year

If the driver’s license remains expired for a period of one year the license holder will be required to take the written knowledge test, the drive test and vision screening test.

Written Test Hours

Written tests for a driver's license are available every week day from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. by appointment only. No tests will be allowed to begin after 3:30 p.m.

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FAQs

Where can I find a study guide for the operator's test?

For more information on the location of operator's test study guides and links to procure them online, visit our Operator's Test Study Guides page.

What is required to get a Motorcycle Driver's License?

You will need to take and pass the motorcycle written test.

You are not required to hold a Motorcycle permit before obtaining a Motorcycle Endorsement on your Iowa Driver's License.

Information about motorcycle permits, fees, and manuals can be found on the Iowa Department of Transportation Motorcycle and Mopeds page.

Where can I find the new Minor School License Form?

The Affidavit for School License form is available on the Iowa Department of Transportation website

I have misplaced my Iowa license. How can I get a duplicate?

If your license has been lost or stolen, please contact your driver’s license station. There is a $10 charge for a duplicate license.

For more information online about lost or stolen Iowa driver's licenses, visit the Iowa Department of Transportation website

How do I obtain an Iowa Driver's License?

There are four steps, which we have compiled into a helpful guide.

How can I obtain a copy of an Iowa driving record, traffic ticket or other document?

There are two methods of procuring a copy of these documents. For a better understanding of the steps that need to be followed and the costs of obtaining the records, visit our Guide to Obtaining Driving Records

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Contact Us

Driver's License Office

Physical Address

1215 Edgington Avenue
Eldora, IA 50627

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 391 Eldora, IA 50627-0391

Phone: 641-939-8238

Fax: 641-939-8245

Hours

Monday - Friday
08:00 AM - 04:15 PM

Staff

Machel Eichmeier

Treasurer

Phone : (641) 939-8232

Sherry Simons

Driver's License Deputy

Phone : (641) 939-8238

Lindsay Mathis

Driver's License Clerk

Phone : (641) 939-8238

No written tests will be allowed to begin after 3:30 p.m.

All services are by appointment only.

Drive Skills Test Hours

By Appointment Only

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