How do I make an appointment at the DPS?
To schedule an appointment, visit dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/appointments.htm. All offices offer limited same-day appointments on a first-come basis, and standby status is also available.
How do I contact Texas DPS?
If the office you are trying to contact is not listed, or if you do not know which office you need to contact, please call Customer Service at (512) 424-2000.
Why can’t I renew my license online Texas?
A. Customers who are U.S. citizens who did not renew online at their last renewal may renew online. Other restrictions may apply, such as if a person is 79 years or older or is a registered sex offender. These may prohibit a person from renewing online.
Is Texas DPS office open?
(Current business hours at those offices are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) Customers can begin making appointments for these new time slots immediately. The longer office hours are an initiative to help customers still needing services due to the COVID-19 DL office closures in 2020.
Does DPS take debit?
What types of payment are accepted? Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards.
How long can I drive with an expired license in Texas?
Texas state driver’s licenses are valid for six years and expire on your birthday. If you are unable to renew by this date, you can do so up to two years after, but you can’t drive until you do. Licenses that have been expired for longer than two years cannot be renewed.
How do I find my traffic ticket in Texas?
In order to obtain information on a citation issued to you by the Texas Highway Patrol contact DPS Customer Service at http://www.dps.texas.gov/Driverlicense/customer_service/ or call 512-424-2600.
Can I go to any DPS office in Texas?
The DPS has branches scattered throughout every county of Texas. You can go to any branch to take care of your important license- and car-related tasks. The DPS offers a convenient branch locator which will automatically tell you the nearest locations to your address.
How do you renew expired drivers license in Texas?
Texas Driver’s License Expiration Information. The Texas Department of Public Safety allows drivers to renew their licenses up to one year before they expire, but you can still renew up to two years after the expiration date. The department offers several renewal options. At the time of publication, the renewal fee is about $30.
How to check a driver’s license status in Texas?
Eligibility Tool. Texas has set up an online eligibility database on the Department of Public Safety’s website.
How can I get my Texas ID online?
Although you cannot get ID online in Texas, some driver license offices allow you to “get in line” virtually, before going to the office. You can save time by completing the ID application online, before going to the office. Or, you can get a copy when you apply for ID credentials in person.
How do you get Texas drivers license?
Getting a driver’s license in Texas follows the standard, two-step procedure used in most states. First, you must pass a written knowledge test, then a driving skills road test. You’ll also need to fill out an application, get your vision tested, have a photo taken and provide finger prints.