By Child-Support.com Staff – Last updated
The State of Iowa provides an online website for both custodial and non-custodial parents. Custodial parents can track payments that have been disbursed and check the status of their accounts. Non-custodial parents can make payments and check the status of payments made.
How to Login
Step 1: You can visit the DHS Iowa Child Support Recovery Unit website.
Step 2: Enter your Account ID and your password and click “sign in”.
- If you forgot your Password, click on “forgot Password in the upper right corner and enter your Account ID and click “retrieve password”
- If you forget your ID, click on “Forgot id” and enter your email address. Click “retrieve Id”.
How to Enroll
Step 1: Go to the DHS Iowa Child Support Recovery Unit website Enrollment page. Click “register/sign in”.
Step 2: Click on “Create Account” at the top of the page.
Step 3: Enter your first and last name and click “register”.
How to Make a Payment
Step 1: Go to the DHS Iowa Child Support Unit page and enter your account id and password and click “sign in”.
You can also make a payment by mailing it to:
Collection Services Center
PO Box 9125
Des Moines, IA 50306
Make sure to include your name and case number on the check.
How to Apply for Child Support
Step 1: Download an application, fill it out as instructed and mail it to your local child support office along with a fee of $25 and supporting documents.