Do I Need Proof Of Insurance To Register A Car In Texas? 
Yes , proof of liability insurance is required when registering a vehicle here in Texas . Here are the specific requirements when registering your vehicle - and the instructions indicate - proof of current liability insurance is required . If you register by mail : registration renewal notices are mailed to all registered vehicle owners . To register by mail , send the following to your county tax office : 1 . Renewal notice -LRB- keep the vehicle owners section for your records -RRB- 2 . Proof of current liability insurance 3 . All fees plus $ 1 mail-in fee In you register in person : take your registration renewal notice and proof of current liability insurance to your county or an approved substation . Please also have : 1 . Your license plate number 2 . Vehicle identification number -LRB- VIN -RRB- or 3 . Registration receipt from the previous year 