Your audit number is a six-digit code printed on your Texas driver license that helps the Department of Public Safety track and verify your license record

The audit number appears in the bottom right corner of your physical license card, below your license number. It looks like a string of six digits — for example, 123456. This number is tied specifically to your license record and changes if you renew your license or make certain updates to your information.

You may need this number when you contact the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) about your license, when you're verifying your identity for certain transactions, or when you're troubleshooting issues with your license status. It's different from your driver license number itself, so don't confuse the two.

Key Takeaways

  • Your audit number is a six-digit code located in the bottom right corner of your Texas driver license card.
  • The audit number is unique to your current license and changes when you renew or update your license information.
  • You'll need this number when contacting DPS to verify your identity or discuss your license record.
  • The audit number helps DPS match your physical card to your electronic record in their system.

Where to locate your audit number on your license

Look at the front of your physical driver license card. In the bottom right corner, below your license number, you'll see a six-digit code. That's your audit number. It's printed in the same font and color as the rest of the text on your card, so it's straightforward to miss if you're not looking for it specifically.

If you have a vertical license (which most people under 21 have), the audit number is still in the bottom right. If you have a horizontal license (standard for adults 21 and older), the placement is the same. The number will be clearly visible on the physical card you carry.

Why DPS uses audit numbers

The audit number serves as a verification tool that connects your physical license card to your record in the DPS database. When you call DPS or visit a license office, providing your audit number helps staff pull up your exact record quickly and confirm that the person asking about the license is the person the license belongs to.

Because the audit number changes each time you renew your license or make updates, it also helps DPS track which version of your license is current. If you've renewed multiple times, your old licenses will have different audit numbers, so the system can distinguish between them.

When you'll need to provide your audit number

You may be asked for your audit number when you call the DPS Customer Service line to ask about your license status, report a lost or stolen license, or discuss any issues with your record. Some online services that verify Texas driver licenses may also ask for this number as part of their identity verification process.

You typically won't need it for everyday situations like traffic stops or showing your ID at a store. Police officers and businesses can read your license number directly from the card. The audit number is mainly used for administrative purposes between you and DPS.

What happens to your audit number when you renew

When you renew your Texas driver license, you receive a new physical card with a new license number and a new audit number. Your old audit number is no longer active. If you need to reference your license record after renewal, use the audit number from your new card, not the old one.

If you update your address, name, or other information on your license without renewing the full license, your audit number may or may not change depending on the type of update. When in doubt, check your current physical card for the most recent audit number.

How to contact DPS with your audit number

To reach the Texas Department of Public Safety, you can call their Customer Service line at 1-888-589-6556. Have your audit number ready along with your driver license number. This information helps DPS staff locate your record in their system and answer your questions more quickly.

You can also visit a local DPS office in person if you prefer to handle your question face-to-face. Bring your physical driver license so staff can see your audit number and verify your identity directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my audit number the same as my driver license number?

No. Your driver license number is longer and appears in a different location on your card. Your audit number is a six-digit code in the bottom right corner. Both are printed on your license, but they serve different purposes.

What if I can't find the audit number on my license?

Check the bottom right corner of your card again — it should be there on all current Texas driver licenses. If your license is very old or damaged, the number may be hard to read. You can call DPS at 1-888-589-6556 and provide your license number and date of birth instead, and they can help you without the audit number.

Do I need my audit number to renew my license online?

The online renewal process typically asks for your license number and other personal information, but not always your audit number. Follow the prompts on the DPS website during renewal. If you get stuck, call DPS Customer Service and they can walk you through the process.

Will my audit number change if I update my address?

It depends on the type of update. A straightforward address change may not trigger a new audit number, but a full license renewal will. When you make any change to your license record, check your updated card to see your current audit number.