TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
5805 N LAMAR BLVD BOX 4087 AUSTIN, TEXAS 78773-0001
512/424-2000
www.dps.texas.gov
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
COURTESY SERVICE PROTECTION
This packet will help you complete a request for an out-of-state renewal or replacement of your
Texas driver license or identification card (DL/ID). We have enclosed a fact sheet explaining the
required information and forms you may need to complete and submit. The fact sheet contains
many different situations and not all may apply to your specific circumstance. Please read
everything to ensure you complete and submit the proper forms.
There have been changes in the requirements and documents necessary to renew your Texas
DL/ID. For a complete list of documents that are accepted to verify your identity, citizenship or
lawful presence and social security number, please visit our website at
https://www.dps.texas.gov/driverlicense or review the pamphlet What to Bring with You When
Applying (form DL-15) at https://www.dps.texas.gov/internetforms/Forms/DL-15.pdf.
Additional Reminders
Any license holder delinquent on child support payments must contact the Attorney General of
Texas to make satisfactory arrangements. Failure to do so may result in the suspension, revocation
or denied issuance of the holder’s driver license.
Website: https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov
Email: child.support@texasattorneygeneral.gov
Mailing Address:
The Attorney General of Texas
Child Support Division
PO Box 12017
Austin, TX 78711-2017
Phone: (800) 252-8014 or (800) 572-2686 for hearing impaired
DL-16P (Rev. 7/2020)
Out-of-State or Out-of-Country
Renewal/Replacement/Change of Texas Driver License or
Identification Card (DL/ID)
A Texas resident who is temporarily out-of-state/country may be eligible to renew a DL/ID online, by telephone, or
invitation by mail. Please visit https://texas.gov/#drivers
or call 1-866-DL RENEW (1-866-357-3639) to see if you can
conduct your transaction online or by telephone and save time. Any out-of-state/country Texas resident who is not eligible
for one of the options above, but is eligible for the out-of-state/country process, must complete and mail-in the required
forms and documents to renew or replace their DL/ID.
Before completing any forms in this packet, take the time to read all information provided that describes your specific
situation. Some information may not apply to your circumstances.
Are you eligible to renew or replace your Texas DL/ID through the Out-of State/Country process?
If you meet the following criteria, you are eligible to use the out-of-state/country process. If you are not eligible for this
process and not eligible for the online or telephone process, you will need to return to Texas and visit a driver license
office.
Your DL/ID card will expire in less than two years and has not been expired for more than two years, unless active
duty military;
You are between 18 and 78 years old;
You are not renewing a commercial driver license (CDL), learner license, provisional license or occupational driver
license;
You are not a sex offender subject to the registration requirements of Chapter 62, Code of Criminal Procedure;
Your driver record does not reflect an administrative status due to a condition that requires periodic review, including
any medical or physical condition that may affect your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle;
Your vision, physical, or mental condition has not changed in a way that affects your ability to safely operate a motor
vehicle;
Your DL is not currently suspended, revoked, canceled, and you do not have any warrants or outstanding traffic
citations. (For more information, visit our website at: https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/OnlineServices.htm)
;
You are a U.S. Citizen, unless you are active duty military with lawful presence status;
Your Social Security number is on file with the Department;
You are not issued a Limited-Term driver license or Election Identification card that MUST be renewed or replaced in
person; and
You comply with the Texas Residency requirements.
If you meet the above criteria, read and follow the instructions below:
Lawful Status
An applicant, who is not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, must present current
proof of lawful presence
in the U.S. before being issued a renewal or replacement DL/ID card. This proof must be verified
with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Unless you are currently on active duty in the military, you must visit a
Texas driver license office. Active duty military must provide a copy of their current lawful presence document along with
their application. For a list of documents, visit https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/LawfulStatusDLID.htm
.
Texas Residency
Individuals may renew or request a replacement of their DL/ID card while living outside of the state if their true, fixed and
permanent home (domicile) is Texas. To verify Texas residency, an individual must submit a letter from their employer
stating they are on work assignment out-of-the-state/country, or a valid Common Access Card (CAC), military dependent
card or military orders.
DL-16P (Rev. 7/2020)
Drivers Age 79 or Older
Individuals age 79 or older are not eligible for the out-of-state/country process and must renew their DL/ID in-person at a
driver license office. You will be required to pass a vision test and your medical history will be evaluated to determine if any
additional testing is required.
Social Security number (SSN) Requirements
Applicants must write their SSN on the application, and may be required to submit proof of SSN if it is not already on file.
The Department will review your record and request proof, if needed. A list of acceptable documents for proof of SSN is
available at https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/ssn.htm
. Your name and SSN must be printed on the document. A
copy of the proof of SSN is acceptable.
Commercial Driver License Holders
The commercial driver license (CDL) law mandates that a CDL must include the applicant’s current photograph for each
renewal; therefore, drivers who need to renew a Class A, B, or C CDL, MUST APPLY IN PERSON at a Texas driver license
office. If you are not domiciled in Texas, you must obtain a license from the state where you currently reside. Operators of
Class A or B vehicles who are exempt from the CDL Act may renew by mail. If you hold a class A or B non-CDL, complete the
Texas Class A or B Driver License Application Non-CDL Exempt Vehicles (CDL-2) form
. This does not apply to military
spouses or dependents. Only the active duty military member, spouse or dependent may have an address outside of Texas
on the license.
You may replace or change your address on your CDL license online or through the out-of-state/country process.
For Active Duty Military
If you are an active duty military member, spouse or dependent, and are stationed outside the state of Texas, the
expiration date of your Texas DL/ID card is automatically extended unless your DL has been suspended, canceled, or
revoked. Only active duty military and those discharged within the previous 90 days, spouses and dependents, are eligible
to renew a DL/ID card that has been expired for more than two years.
Veteran Designator
The Department offers a VETERAN designator printed on the face of a DL/ID card for veterans who qualify and complete
the required information on the application. Veterans wanting a Veteran or a Disabled Veteran designator, if 50% disabled
or 40% disabled and has a lower extremity amputated, must present proof of honorable discharge and proof of disability if
appropriate. Some acceptable documents include a copy or original DD-214, DD-215, NGB-22, U.S. Department of Veterans
Administration disability letter, and proof of service or verification of honorable service card. The branch of service may
also be shown on the DL/ID card, if requested. This designator is applicable for those that are no longer on active duty.
Communication Impediment
The Department can include a notice on the DL/ID card for those who indicate they have a health condition that may
impede their ability to communicate with a peace officer. The health condition must be supported by a Physician’s
Statement (DL-101) form
completed by a licensed physician and submitted with the application.
Replacement, Address Change or Name Change: (complete and submit all documents listed)
1. A DL/ID card application (DL-14A). For a replacement or change, answer questions 1-10 only.
2. Submit proof of Texas residency.
3. Submit proof of Social Security number, if required.
4. Submit required fee. See list of fees below.
5. If your name change is marriage related, provide a copy of your marriage license, divorce decree, or spouse’s death
certificate. If not marriage related, provide a copy of a certified court order or amended birth certificate.
Note: The Department will accept copies of a foreign marriage or divorce certificate as proof of a name change if it is
written in English or is accompanied by a certified translation in English.
DL-16P (Rev. 7/2020)
Renewal: (complete and submit all documents listed)
1. A DL/ID card application (DL-14A). For a driver license renewal, answer all questions. Answer questions 1-10 for an ID
card renewal. If you answer yes to any of the medical questions, you will be sent a Supplemental Medical History
Information (DL-45) form to complete and return before your application can be processed.
2. Submit proof of lawful presence or U.S. citizenship (certified copy of your birth certificate), and Social Security
number, if required.
3. Submit your normal signature on a blank piece of paper in black ink.
4. Submit an Eye Specialist examination (DL-63) form
if renewing a DL; this is not required when renewing an ID card.
Applicants for renewal of a DL must submit the results of a vision test conducted by an eye specialist or authorized
driver license personnel from another jurisdiction on a DL-63 form.
5. Military Only - If your DL/ID card is expired over 2 years, include a copy of your expired card along with a color copy
(front and back) of your military identification card. As a state agency, DPS is authorized to request copies of military
identification cards.
6. Class A or B Non-CDL must complete a Texas Class A or B Driver License Application Non-CDL Exempt Vehicles (CDL-2)
form for renewals only.
7. Submit required fee. See list of fees below.
8. If your last visit to a Texas driver license office was 12 or more years ago, you must submit a 2x2-passport style photo
along with your application.
Adding a Motorcycle license to your Texas driver license: (complete and submit all documents listed)
1. A DL/ID card application (DL-14A).
2. Complete a Motorcycle Safety Course approved by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF).
3. Submit a copy of the MSF completion certificate or card.
4. Submit required fee. See list of fees below.
If you have questions regarding how to complete the application, contact Issuance Services at 512-424-2234 or by email to
mailto:701@dps.texas.gov
.
Fees:
Class A, B, C Non-CDL
$32.00
Class M (or combination)
$43.00
Class M only (adding)
$15.00
Replacement (DL/ID)
$10.00
Provisional A, B, C Non-CDL
$15.00
Provisional M (or combination)
$25.00
ID (60 years or over)
$5.00
ID (under 60 years)
$15.00
Submit the required fee in the form of a check or money order drawn on a U.S. bank payable to:
Texas Department of Public Safety
Issuance Services
P O Box 149008
Austin, Texas 78714-9008
For more licensing requirement information, please visit our website at https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense
.
Statutory Authority: Transportation Code, Sections 521.146, 521.148, 521.2711, 521.028, 521.101, 521.102, 521.124,
521.1427, 521.142, 521.1425, 521.1426, 521.274. Texas Administrative Code, Sections 15.49, 15.31, 15.33, 15.34, 15.59.
DL-63 (Rev. 3/15)
EXPLANATION FOR EYE SPECIALIST
All applicants taking a driver’s license examination in Texas are given simple vision tests. Any applicant who may
need more accurate measurement; and any applicant who fails to meet the acuity score listed below is referred to an
eye specialist.
BEST EYE POOREST EYE ONE-EYED
Without Glasses 20/40 20/25
With Glasses 20/70 20/70
A report from a specialist is particularly valuable if the fitness of a driver is questioned in court, or following an acci-
dent. In some cases examination by more than one specialist is requested.
When wide variations occur in acuity scores, the examining officer will appreciate the opportunity of discussing same
with you in order to improve the accuracy of our vision tests.
Please sign this report and list your medical license number. Also for proper identification please have the person
examined sign the report in your presence.
If the case is an unusual one any additional comments which you may have will be appreciated. If needed, attach a
separate sheet to this report. The specialist assumes no responsibility in making this report other than that of truth-
fully representing the facts.
The specialist will please check all applicable items:
1. Eye conditions present: a. Hyperopia b. Myopia c. Astigmatism d. Presbyopia e. Cataract
f. Traumatic Condition g. Suppression h. Poor Night Vision i. Strabismus
j. Poor Color Perception (k. Red l. Green m. Yellow) n. Other
2. Corrective lenses are being fitted for distant vision.
3. Corrective lenses will not improve distant vision.
4. Applicant would not accept corrective lenses.
5. Corrective lenses should not be worn for distant vision, because
6. Regardless of a qualifying acuity score corrective lenses should be worn for distant vision because
7. Applicant should drive in daylight only.
8. Other treatment to improve vision is recommended.
9. Due to permanent eye condition, applicant need not be referred for visual reexamination at next renewal of driver’s
license.
10. Other
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INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT
The simple vision test on the drivers license examination shows that you would probably be a safer driver if you
could see better. You are being asked to have your eyes examined by an eye specialist to determine whether
your sight can be improved by glasses or treatment. If glasses will make you a safer driver, your license will per-
mit you to drive only while wearing them.
In some cases examination by more than one specialist may be requested.
If you have any questions about how well you must be able to see to be granted the privilege of driving on the
streets and highways of Texas, the examining officer will be glad to answer them.
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
DRIVER’S LICENSE
FULL NAME
OF
EXAMINEE:
ADDRESS:
CERTIFICATION OF SPECIALIST
I, certify that I have personally
examined the eyes of the above named, that a true record of my examination
appears here on and that he or she signed below in my presence.
SIGNATURE OF
SPECIALIST:
BUSINESS
ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE MEDICAL
NO. LICENSE NO.
DATE OF EXAMINEE’S
EXAMINATION DRIVER’S LIC. NO.
SIGNATURE
OF EXAMINEE:
REPORT OF EXAMINER
ACUITY RIGHT EYE LEFT EYE BOTH EYES
WITHOUT GLASSES 20/ 20/ 20/
WITH PRESENT GLASSES 20/ 20/ 20/
COLOR Normal ( ) Red ( ) Green ( ) Amber ( )
SIGNATURE OF
EXAMINER
REPORT OF VISION SPECIALIST
ACUITY RIGHT EYE LEFT EYE BOTH EYES
WITHOUT GLASSES 20/ 20/ 20/
WITH PRESENT GLASSES 20/ 20/ 20/
WITH BEST CORRECTION 20/ 20/ 20/
COLOR Normal ( ) Red ( ) Green ( ) Amber ( )
FIELD OF VISION
TO RIGHT OF POINT OF FIXATION
TO LEFT OF POINT OF FIXATION
TOTAL ANGLE
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DL-14A (Rev. 7/2020)
DL-14A - TEXAS DRIVER LICENSE OR IDENTIFICATION CARD APPLICATION
(ADULT - 17 YEARS 10 MONTHS OF AGE AND OLDER)
NOTICE: All information on this application must be in INK. Applications held for 90 days only.
DPS CANNOT REFUND PAYMENT ONCE APPLICATION IS SUBMITTED.
FOR DEPARTMENT USE ONLY
RESTRICTIONS/ENDORSEMENTS
ASSIGNED # ___________________
Application for: _____ Driver License _____ Identification Card Class (select one): ___ A ___ B ___ C Motorcycle: ___ Y ___ N
Select one: _____ Original _____ Renewal _____ Replacement _____ Address or Name Change
APPLICATION CONTINUED ON BACK
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Last Name:_________________________________________ First Name:_________________________________________ Middle Name: ___________________________
Suffix:__________________________________ Birth Surname (Maiden):_________________________________________ SSN: ________________________________
Date of Birth
(mm/dd/yyyy):_____________________ Sex (select one): ___ Male ___ Female Height: ______ Ft. ______ In. Weight: __________ Lbs.
Eye Color (select one): ____ Blue ____ Brown ____ Gray ____ Hazel ____ Green ____ Black ____ Maroon ____ Pink
Hair Color (select one): ____ Black ____ Red ____ Gray ____ Brown ____ Blonde ____ Bald ____ White
Race (select one): ____ (AI) Alaskan or American Indian ____ (AP) Asian or Pacific Islander ____ (BK) Black ____ (W) White
Ethnicity (select one): ____ (H) Hispanic Origin ____ (O) Not of Hispanic Origin ____ (U) Unknown
Place of birth: City:__________________________________ State: _____ County:___________________ Country:_______________________________________________________
Father’s Last Name:_________________________________________________________ Mother’s Maiden Name: ____________________________________________
CONTACT INFORMATION
Residence Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City:_______________________________________________________ State: _______ Zip Code:____________ County: _______________________________________
Mailing Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City:_______________________________________________________ State: _______ Zip Code:____________ County: _______________________________________
Home Phone:________________________ Other Phone:________________________ Email: _____________________________________________________________
In the event of injury or death would you like to provide up to two (2) emergency contacts? If yes, please list:
a) Name ____________________________________ Phone Number __________________ Address _________________________________________________________
b) Name ____________________________________ Phone Number __________________ Address _________________________________________________________
Alternate Address:
(Peace Officer or State / Federal Judge only)
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City:_______________________________________________________ State: _______ Zip Code:____________ County: _______________________________________
REQUIRED INFORMATION FROM ALL APPLICANTS
YES NO
1. ___ ___ Are you a citizen of the United States? If no, go to question 3.
2. ___ ___ If you are a U.S. citizen, would you like to register to vote? If registered, would you like to update your voter information?
I understand that giving false information to procure a voter registration is perjury, and a crime under state and federal law. Conviction of this
crime may result in imprisonment up to 180 days, a fine up to $2,000, or both. PLEASE READ ALL THREE STATEMENTS TO AFFIRM BEFORE
SIGNING.
I am a resident of the county provided above, and a U.S. citizen; I have not been finally convicted of a felony, or if a felon, I have completed all of my
punishment including any term of incarceration, parole, supervision, period of probation, or I have been pardoned; And I have not been determined by a final
judgment of a court exercising probate jurisdiction to be totally mentally incapacitated or partially mentally incapacitated without the right to vote.
By providing my electronic signature, I understand the personal information on my application form and my electronic signature will be used for submitting
my voter’s registration application to the Texas Secretary of State’s office. Wanting to register to vote, I authorize the Department of Public Safety to transfer
this information to the Texas Secretary of State.
3. ___ ___ Are you a veteran? If no, go to question 4.
___ ___ a.) Are you a 60% disabled Veteran receiving compensation and want to waive the application fee? (Proof of disability required)
___ ___ b.) Do you want a Veteran designator on your DL or ID, or
___ ___ c.) Are you 50% disabled or are you 40% and have had a lower extremity amputated and want a Disabled Veteran designator on your DL or ID? (Proof of
honorable discharge required; some acceptable documents are DD214/215, NGB22, VA disability letter, Veteran Identification card, proof of service/
verification of honorable service card. Proof of disability is required for Disabled Veteran designator)
___ ___ d.) If you want a Veteran or Disabled Veteran designator, do you want the branch of service shown on your DL or ID? If yes, select one:
_____ Army _____ Air Force _____ Coast Guard _____ Marines _____ Navy
4. ___ ___ Do you have a health condition that may impede communication with a peace officer? (Physician must complete form DL-101).
5. ___ ___ Would you like to register as an organ donor?
6. ___ ___ Do you want to donate $1.00 to the Blindness Education Screening and Treatment Program?
7. ___ ___ Do you want to support the Glenda Dawson Donate Life Texas donor registry? If yes, please indicate a donation amount of $1 or more $_______.00.
8. ___ ___ Do you want to support Texas Veterans? If yes, please indicate a donation amount of $1 or more $_________.00.
9. ___ ___ Do you want to support survivors of sexual assault? If yes, please indicate a donation amount of $1 or more $_________.00 to help fund the testing of sexual
assault evidence collection kits (rape kits).
10. ___ ___ Do you want to support the issuance of a DL/ID for foster or homeless youth? If yes, please indicate a donation amount of $1 or more $_________.00 to
exempt this population from paying any fees.
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DL-14A (Rev. 7/2020)
REQUIRED INFORMATION FROM DRIVER LICENSE APPLICANTS ONLY (FOR CONFIDENTIAL USE OF THE DEPARTMENT ONLY)
MEDICAL HISTORY QUESTIONS
YES NO
1. ___ ___ Do you currently have or have you ever been diagnosed with or treated for any medical condition that may affect your ability to safely operate a motor
vehicle?
Examples, including but not limited to: Diagnosis or treatment for heart trouble, stroke, hemorrhage or clots, high blood pressure, emphysema (within the past
two years) progressive eye disorder or injury (i.e., glaucoma, macular degeneration, etc.) loss of normal use of hand, arm, foot or leg blackouts, seizures, loss
of consciousness or body control (within the past two years) difficulty turning head from side to side loss of muscular control stiff joints or neck inadequate
hand/eye coordination medical condition that affects your judgment dizziness or balance problems missing limbs
Please explain and identify your medical condition: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2. ___ ___ Do you have a mental condition that may affect your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle? If yes, how? Please explain:
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
3. ___ ___ Have you ever had an epileptic seizure, convulsion, loss of consciousness, or other seizure?
4. ___ ___ Do you have diabetes requiring treatment by insulin?
5. ___ ___ Do you have any alcohol or drug dependencies that may affect your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle or have you had any episodes of alcohol or drug
abuse within the past two years?
6. ___ ___ Within the past two years have you been treated for any other serious medical conditions? Please explain:
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
7. ___ ___ Have you EVER been referred to the Texas Medical Advisory Board for Driver Licensing?
REQUIRED INFORMATION FROM FIRST TIME DRIVER LICENSE APPLICANTS ONLY
DRIVER HISTORY INFORMATION
YES NO
1. ___ ___ Have you ever had a driver license, identification card or instruction permit in Texas or any other state?
List state(s): _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Number(s): _____________________________________________ When? _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2. ___ ___ Are you enrolled in or have you completed an approved driver education course?
3. ___ ___ Is your driver license or driver privilege CURRENTLY or EVER been suspended, revoked, cancelled, denied or disqualified in ANY state?
State?_____________ When?___________________________ Why? ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
VEHICLE REGISTRATION AND INSURANCE INFORMATION
1. ___ ___ Do you own a motor vehicle that is required to be registered? (Texas Transportation Code section 502.040)
2. ___ ___ Do you own a motor vehicle that is required to have liability insurance OR other proof of financial responsibility in compliance with the Motor Vehicle Safety
Responsibility Act? (Texas Transportation Code section 601.051)
CERTIFICATION
I do solemnly swear, affirm, or certify that I am the person named herein and that the statements on this application are true and correct.
I further certify my residence address is a (select one): ___ single family dwelling, ___ apartment, ___ motel, ___ temporary shelter. I agree to
immediately report to the Texas Department of Public Safety any changes in my medical condition which may affect my ability to safely operate
a motor vehicle. I further understand that I am required by law to report any change of name or address to the Department of Public Safety
within thirty days.
X Signature of Applicant _____________________________________________________ Date _________________________
NOTICE: The information on this application is required by the Texas Driver License Act, Texas Transportation Code Chapter 521. Failure to
provide the information is cause for refusal to issue a driver license or identification card, and in some cases, cancellation or withdrawal of
driving privileges. False information could also lead to criminal charges with penalties of a fine up to $4,000.00 and/or jail.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER COLLECTION DISCLOSURE
Disclosure of your social security account number is mandatory for identification card and driver license applicants, but voluntary for election
identification certificate applicants. This information is solicited pursuant to 42 U.S.C. section 405(c)(2)(C)(i), 42 U.S.C. section 666(a)(13)(A), 6
C.F.R. section 37.11(e), 49 C.F.R. section 383.153, Texas Family Code section 231.302(c)(1), and Texas Transportation Code sections 521.142 and
522.021. The Department will use social security number information for identification purposes and will only release the number as statutorily
authorized by Texas Transportation Code section 521.044.
UNITED STATES SELECTIVE SERVICE
Any male at least 18 but younger than 26 years of age submitting this application consents to registration with the United States Selective
Service System. Alternative options for those who object to conventional military service for religious or other conscientious reasons may be
found at: https://www.sss.gov/About/Alternative-Service. By submitting this application, I am consenting to registration with the United States
Selective Service System if my registration is required by federal law.
DO NOT SIGN BELOW UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO BY NOTARY PUBLIC OR DRIVER LICENSE EMPLOYEE.
Sworn to and subscribed before me this _______________ day of _________________________________________, _____________
Notary Public in and for the State of Texas/Authorized Officer r
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