Public Health Alert: For more information on Texas’ COVID-19 guidelines and response visit texas.gov/covid19. HomeRight Arrow IconDriver ServicesRight Arrow IconTexas Driver Licenses and IDs, Renewals, and Replacements Texas Driver Licenses and IDs, Renewals, and Replacements The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) offers services to renew, update, and check the status of a driver license or ID, and provides driver education courses. Whether you’re a homegrown road warrior or new to the Lone Star State, we can help. Already have a Texas driver license or ID? Renew online Complete card services online! DPS offers online services to renew, replace, or change the address on your driver license or ID card. Check eligibility On this page Texas driver license applications Driver license and ID application requirements Driver license fees Driver license and ID, renewals, and replacements Driving eligibility and reinstatement fees Texas driver license applications If you’re new to Texas, or this is your first time getting a driver license, you’ll need to apply in-person at a driver license office. All new drivers must: Submit a driver license application with required documentation Schedule an appointment at a driver license office Pay the driver license application fee Provide thumbprints for a criminal background check Get their photo taken Pass a vision exam Complete and pass knowledge and driving tests from the state or certified third-party provider Driver license and ID application requirements To get a driver license, you’ll need to have: Proof of citizenship or lawful presence in the U.S. Proof that you’re a Texas resident A social security number and a social security card Texas vehicle registration Proof of vehicle insurance All documents must be current and not expired. If you’ve changed your name from your birth certificate, you’ll need to bring legal proof documenting the name change. Some drivers need extra steps and documentation for their type of application including: New Texas residents Teen drivers Temporary visitors and foreign students Motorcyclists U.S. military veterans Read application requirements Driver license fees Driver license and ID card fees vary based on driver type, age, and if it’s new or a renewal. View Texas driver license and ID card fees Driver license and ID, renewals, and replacements You can renew your Texas driver license or ID card: Online Over the phone In-person at a Department of Public Safety office By mail Each renewal method has different eligibility requirements. Learn which renewal method is right for you Driving eligibility and reinstatement fees Drivers can log in to an online system to pay suspension fees and find out eligibility status. Access the License Eligibility system Related links Schedule a driver license appointment Search for a Department of Public Safety office Update the address on a driver license or ID Find driver education resources Apply for a Commercial Driver License (CDL) About Us About Texas.gov Site Policies Privacy Policy Sitemap Services Apply/Renew Vehicle Registration Renew/Replace Driver License Request Driver Records Order Vital Records All Services Related Sites Texas Veterans Portal Texas Open Data Portal Texas Records and Information Locator (TRAIL) Support Help & Support Frequently Asked Questions Provide Feedback Copyright ©2021 State of Texas. All rights reserved. FacebookA logo that leads to an outside link to facebook.InstagramA logo that leads to an outside link to instagram.TwitterA blue logo from the social network twitter that leads to outside link.