TX Graduated Driver License Program

To apply for a student learner license in Texas, you must do so in person at a driver license office and bring the required documents and fees. Here’s a checklist of what you need to bring with you to get your learner license:

• Proof of parental consent. A parent or legal guardian if under the age of 18.
• Proof of identification. One primary identification document (valid U.S. passport, Certificate of Citizenship or Certificate of Naturalization, etc.) OR two secondary identification documents (birth certificate, Certificate of Report of Birth, certified copy of a court order with name and date of birth). You may also bring one secondary identification document and two supporting identification documents (social security card, W2 or 1099, school records, U.S. military dependent ID card, voter registration card, marriage license, pilot license, concealed handgun license, etc.). See all accepted ID documents.
• Proof of social security. One primary identification document (Social Security Card, W-2, SSA-1099 Form, a non-SSA-1099 form or a pay stub with the applicant's name and SSN on it). A military ID (must contain applicant’s SSN), Certificate of release or Discharge of Active Duty (DD-214), certified college/university transcript designating number as SSN, health insurance card, Veteran's Administration card or pilot license with identifiable SSN may be also accepted. See all accepted social security documents here.
• Proof of citizenship. For U.S. citizens: a passport, birth certificate, Certificate of Report of Birth, Certificate of Citizenship or Naturalization or U.S. Citizen ID Card. For U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees and asylees: a permanent resident ID card, a U.S. passport, a foreign passport with attached temporary I-551, a refugee travel document, etc. Temporary residents may also apply for a license with the appropriate documentation. See all accepted citizenship or lawful presence ID documents here.
• Proof of residency. Two residency documents containing the applicant’s name and address verifying that they have lived in Texas for at least 30 days (current deed, mortgage, mortgage statement, Texas voter registration card, vehicle registration or title, concealed handgun license or license to carry, utility bill, selective service card, health or auto insurance card, high school transcript, W-2 or 1099, bank statement, etc.) See all accepted residency documents here.
• Proof of insurance. If the applicant owns a car, proof of liability insurance and Texas registration is required. If not, you must submit a statement affirming that the applicant does not own a motor vehicle.
• Proof of education. If still in school, a completed Verification of Enrollment and Attendance (VOE). If graduated, a high school diploma or GED.
• Certificate of driver education. A signed, original form to verify the required classroom hours of driver education has been satisfied. Forms are available from the driving instructor or in the PTDE packet.
• Application. A completed driver license application form (also available at any driver license office).
• Fee. $16 (permit expires when applicant turns 18)

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To apply for an intermediate license in Texas, you must do so in person at a driver license office and bring the required documents. Here’s a checklist of what you need to bring with you to the driver license office:

• Texas Learner License. If the student was previously licensed (including a learner license) in another state, the out-of-state license must be surrendered, or a Texas Department of Public Safety affidavit must be executed certifying the out of state license has been lost, stolen or expired.
• Proof of education. If still in school, a completed Verification of Enrollment and Attendance (VOE). If graduated, a high school diploma or GED.
• Certificate of driver education. A signed, original DE-964 form to verify the required behind-the-wheel hours of driver education has been satisfied. Forms are available from the driving instructor or in the PTDE packet.
• Certificate of ITD course. Proof of completion of a mandatory free 1-2 hour safety course - either Impact Texas Teen Drivers (ages 15-17) or Impact Texas Young Drivers (ages 18-24). The driving skills exam must be passed within 90 days from when the ITD certificate was awarded or else the student must take the course again. Courses are available through the Impact Texas Drivers website.
• Proof of insurance. If the applicant owns a car, proof of liability insurance and Texas registration is required during the driving test. If not, you must submit a statement affirming that the applicant does not own a motor vehicle.
• Application. A completed application form for renewal/replacement/change of a Texas driver license or ID card (also available at any driver license office).

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To apply for a full Class C license in Texas, applicants must be at least 18 years old and bring the following documents to a local driver license office:

• Texas Provisional License. If the student was previously licensed (including a provisional license) in another state, the out-of-state license must be surrendered, or a Texas Department of Public Safety affidavit must be executed certifying the out of state license has been lost, stolen or expired.
• Application. A completed DL-14a application form for a Texas driver license or identification card (also available at any driver license office).
• Proof of social security. One primary identification document (Social Security Card, W-2, SSA-1099 Form, a non-SSA-1099 form or a pay stub with the applicant's name and SSN on it). A military ID (must contain applicant’s SSN), Certificate of release or Discharge of Active Duty (DD-214), certified college/university transcript designating number as SSN, health insurance card, Veteran's Administration card or pilot license with identifiable SSN may be also accepted. See all accepted social security documents here.
• Proof of insurance. If the applicant owns a car, proof of liability insurance and Texas registration is required during the driving test. If not, you must submit a statement affirming that the applicant does not own a motor vehicle.
• Fee. $25 (for a first-time non-commercial Class A license; expires every 6 years).

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