To get a Texas driver's license in 2025, the general steps are:
- Meet eligibility requirements such as age, Texas residency, and required identification documents.
- Choose the license type (learner’s permit, provisional, full, etc.).
- Complete any required driver education courses (mandatory for those under 25).
- Apply for a learner’s permit if needed, by submitting documents and passing vision and written tests.
- Complete required driving practice hours and the Impact Texas Drivers safety course (especially for teens and young adults).
- Schedule and pass the driving (road) test at a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) office.
- Upon passing the test, you receive a temporary license until the official license is mailed.
Specific requirements include providing proof of identity, Texas residency, Social Security number, vehicle registration and insurance (if applicable), and paying fees. Teens have more restrictive steps including a 32-hour driver education course and supervised driving hours. Adults 18-24 must take a 6-hour driver's education course. Adults 25 and older typically do not need formal education but must meet documentation and testing requirements. The entire process can start online via the Texas DPS website to fill out applications and schedule appointments. The final license is issued after passing all tests and fulfilling practice and course requirements. This covers the key steps and documentation for obtaining a Texas driver's license in 2025.
