Texas how-to guides

How to renew your Texas driver's license

Texas driver's licenses are generally valid for several years, and you can renew up to 2 years before yours expires.

Have these ready

  • Your current license.
  • A way to pay the renewal fee.
  • For an office visit: book an appointment ahead of time.
  1. 1

    Check if you can renew online

    Many drivers can renew online every other renewal. DPS tells you if you're eligible when you start. Texas DPS driver license

  2. 2

    Otherwise book a DPS office visit

    Schedule an appointment online, then bring your current license and payment.

  3. 3

    Keep your temporary license

    After renewing you get a temporary license to use until the new card arrives by mail.

  4. 4

    Update the date in RoadLegal

    Enter the new expiry date in Settings so your reminders move to it.

If you're already late

Driving with an expired license can bring a fine. If it has been expired for over 2 years, you may have to retest.

See Texas penalties explained

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