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LEGAL DIMENSIONS

Width: 8'6"
Height: 13'6"
Trailer: 53'
Permit Length: Up To 120'

PERMIT VALIDITY

Single Trip: 5 Days
Round Trip: 5 Days
Multi-Trip: 60 Days
Annual Permit: 12 Months
IRP / IFTA / Fuel Permit: 72 Hours

OPERATING HOURS

Up To 100' × 11' × 14'6": 24/7
30 Min Before Sunrise
30 Min After Sunset
Weekend Travel: Allowed
Proper Safety Lighting Required

ESCORT REQUIREMENTS

Length Over 85': 1 Escort Or Amber Light
Length Over 120': 1 Escort
Height Over 14'6": High Pole Escort

IOWA OVERSIZE & OVERWEIGHT PERMITS

Iowa oversize permits are required whenever a vehicle or load exceeds the state's legal size or weight limits while traveling on public highways. These permits ensure highway safety, protect public infrastructure, and maintain compliance with Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT) regulations.

Chicago Permit provides fast and affordable Iowa Oversize Permits, Iowa Overweight Permits, Single Trip Permits, Annual Permits, Multi-Trip Permits, IRP, IFTA, Fuel Permits, Superload Permits, and all other Iowa DOT trucking permits.

Travel
Restrictions

  • I-235 (Des Moines) restrictions apply.
  • No travel Monday–Friday 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
  • No travel Monday–Friday 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
  • Holiday restrictions may apply.
  • Local authorities may impose additional restrictions.

Required
Permits

  • Oversize Permit
  • Overweight Permit
  • Single Trip Permit
  • Round Trip Permit
  • Annual Permit
  • Multi-Trip Permit
  • Trip Permit (IRP)
  • IFTA Trip Permit
  • Fuel Permit
  • Superload Permit

Fee
Structure

  • Single Trip OS/OW Permit: $35
  • Annual Oversize Permit: $50
  • Annual OS/OW Permit:$400
  • All-Systems Oversize Permit: $160
  • All-Systems Overweight Permit: $500
Frequently Asked Questions

Iowa oversize permits can be obtained online through our website chicagopermit.net or by calling us at 270-908-9656

In Iowa, vehicles or loads exceeding legal dimensions must obtain an oversize or overweight permit before entering or moving within the state. The Iowa DOT enforces specific height, width, length, and weight limitations.

Iowa oversize permits can be obtained online through our website chicagopermit.net or by calling us at 270-908-9656

Yes. Iowa issues 72-hour trip permits for out-of-state carriers and 5-day fuel permits under IFTA.

Yes, if your load exceeds Iowa’s legal dimensions 8 feet 6 inches wide, 13 feet 6 inches high, or over 80,000 pounds gross weight you must obtain an oversize permit.

You can log in to manage your Iowa oversize permit through Our website chicagopermit.net

Typically, Iowa oversize or overweight permits are valid for five calendar days. During this period, permitted vehicles must complete their route as specified.

80,000 pounds gross vehicle weight

Iowa requires oversize permits for loads exceeding:

  • Width: 8 feet 6 inches
  • Height: 13 feet 6 inches
  • Length: 53 feet for semi-trailers on non-designated routes
    Weight: 80,000lbs gross, or 20,000lbs per single axle
    Permits must be carried in the vehicle at all times.

Applications for Iowa oversize permits can be submitted online via our website chicagopermit.net or by calling us at 270-908-9656

The phone number for assistance is 270-908-9656.

Oversize permit fees in Iowa generally start at $35, depending on the dimensions and distance traveled.

Yes, you can get Iowa oversize permit online by calling us at 270-908-9656.

Travel with oversize or overweight loads is generally limited to daylight hours from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset. Night travel may be allowed under special conditions with restrictions.

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