The Department strongly encourages eligible customers to use our online services for driver license transactions. For more information and to check if you qualify, please visit:
Online Services
The Department is dedicated to ensuring the safety of Texas drivers by licensing only those who are properly identified and have demonstrated their ability to operate a vehicle safely. In response to the 9/11 attacks, the federal REAL ID Act was passed in 2005. To find out which documents you’ll need for your driver license appointment, use our interactive checklist tool.
REAL ID Checklist
The Department offers all in-office driver license (DL) and identification (ID) card services by appointment only.
Schedule an Appointment
Frequently Used Services:
Apply for a Drivers License Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Duplicate License/ID Renew License/ID Change Information DL/ID Motorcycle License Apply for a Learners License as a Teen Apply for a Provisional License as a Teen Seniors Drivers - Age 79 or Older Veterans Services Election Identification Certificate
Additional Resources and Information:
Moving to Texas Suspensions & Reinstatements Choosing a Driver Education Course Frequently Asked Questions Graduated Driver License (GDL) Program U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Presence Requirement DPS Driver License Wait Times