Honorably discharged veterans are eligible to have a “veteran” designation placed on their driver’s license or non-operator identification (ID).
The veteran designation is a completely voluntary initiative designed to assist Iowa veterans. The designation can be added anytime they want a new card. A duplicate DL or ID costs $10.00.
Benefits of Designation
There are thousands of businesses throughout Iowa and the United States, including restaurants, hotels and even home improvement stores that give discounts to veterans. Some of those businesses require proof of veteran status.
The veteran designation on a driver's license or ID card allows you to be quickly identified as a veteran, eliminating the need to carry official military papers for these purposes.
Learn more about the Iowa Veteran Designation from the Iowa DOT.
How to Get a Designation
Veterans need to provide a copy of their DD214 or discharge document to the Iowa DOT and fill out the Iowa DOT Veteran License Application to add the designation to their DL or ID.
Veteran License Plates
The Iowa DOT offers special license plate to veterans for an additional charge. Find Military Service License Plates on the Iowa DOT website in the 'Military Service Plates' section near the bottom of the page.