Where to renew your license in Spring
Spring residents renew their driver licenses at the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) office in Spring or at any other DPS office across Texas. The Spring location is at 1603 Rayford Road, Spring, TX 77386. You can also renew by mail or online, depending on your situation — not all renewals may have access to for those methods.
The DPS office in Spring is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:45 p.m., and closed on state holidays. Wait times vary by time of day and day of week; mornings and early in the week tend to be shorter. You do not need an appointment to renew in person, but you can request one through the DPS website to reduce wait time.
If you cannot visit the Spring office, any DPS office in Texas will process your renewal. Offices in nearby areas like The Woodlands, Conroe, and Tomball also serve Spring residents. The process and requirements are the same regardless of which office you choose.
Key Takeaways
- The Spring DPS office is located at 1603 Rayford Road and is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
- You can renew in person without an appointment, but requesting one online can reduce your wait time.
- Online renewal is available only if your license is not expired, you have no medical restrictions, and your address has not changed.
- By-mail renewal requires your current license, a completed form, and payment, and takes two to three weeks.
- Bring your current license, proof of residency, and payment to renew in person; additional documents may be required if your name has changed.
What documents you need to bring in person
For an in-person renewal at the Spring DPS office, bring your current Texas driver license, proof of residency, and payment. Your current license serves as your primary identification. Proof of residency can be a recent utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, or bank statement showing your current Spring address — the document must be dated within the last 60 days.
Payment is $33 for a four-year renewal or $66 for an eight-year renewal. The DPS accepts cash, check, debit card, and credit card. If your name has changed since your last license was issued — through marriage, divorce, or legal name change — bring the court order, marriage certificate, or divorce decree that documents the change.
If you are renewing a license that has been lost or stolen, you cannot renew by mail or online; you must go in person and report it to the DPS office. Bring a police report if you have one, though it is not required.
Renewing online through the DPS website
Online renewal through the Texas DPS website is the fastest option if you meet the requirements. Your license must not be expired, you cannot have medical restrictions or conditions listed on your license, your address must not have changed, and your name must not have changed. You also cannot renew online if your license was suspended or revoked.
To renew online, visit the Texas DPS website, select "Driver License Online Services," and follow the prompts. You will need your current license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and your date of birth. Payment is made by credit or debit card. The renewal takes effect when ready, and you can print a temporary license while your new one is mailed to you.
Your new license arrives by mail within 7 to 10 business days. If you do not meet the requirements for online renewal, you must renew in person or by mail.
Renewing by mail from Spring
By-mail renewal is an option if your license is not expired, your name and address have not changed, and you have no medical restrictions. Complete form DL-44 (process for Texas Driver License) or form DL-43 (Renewal process), which you can read from the Texas DPS website or pick up at the Spring office. Include your current license, a check or money order for the renewal fee, and mail everything to the address listed on the form.
Processing takes two to three weeks from the date the DPS receives your process. Your new license will be mailed to the address on file. If your process is incomplete or the DPS has questions, they will contact you by mail, which adds time to the process. Do not mail cash.
If your license is expired, you cannot renew by mail; you must renew in person or online if you meet the online requirements.
Timeline and what to expect after renewal
In-person renewal at the Spring DPS office is complete the same day. You receive a temporary paper license when ready and your new plastic license arrives by mail within 7 to 10 business days. Online renewal also produces a temporary printable license right away, with the permanent license arriving within the same timeframe. By-mail renewal takes two to three weeks total.
Your new license is valid for four or eight years from the date of renewal, depending on which term you choose. The expiration date is printed on the front of your license. You can renew again up to one year before your license expires.
If you do not receive your new license within 10 business days of an in-person or online renewal, or within three weeks of a by-mail renewal, contact the DPS at 1-888-589-6789 to check the status. Have your driver license number and date of birth ready.
Renewing if your license is expired
If your Texas driver license has been expired for more than two years, you cannot renew it — you must explore for a new license instead. This requires an in-person visit to the DPS office with additional documents, including proof of citizenship or legal presence in the United States.
If your license expired less than two years ago, you can still renew it. You must renew in person at the Spring DPS office; online and by-mail renewal are not available for expired licenses. Bring your expired license, proof of residency, and payment. The process is the same as a standard in-person renewal.
Address changes and other updates
If you have moved within Spring or to a different Texas city, you must update your address when you renew. You cannot renew online or by mail if your address has changed — you must renew in person at the Spring DPS office. Bring your current license, proof of your new residency, and payment.
If your name has changed due to marriage, divorce, or legal name change, bring the supporting document (marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order) along with your current license, proof of residency, and payment. Name changes also require in-person renewal.
You can update your address without renewing your license by visiting the DPS office or using the online address change service on the Texas DPS website, though this does not extend your license expiration date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I renew my license if I have a suspended or revoked status?
No. You cannot renew your license online, by mail, or in person if your license is suspended or revoked. You must resolve the suspension or revocation with the DPS first. Contact the DPS at 1-888-589-6789 to find out why your license is suspended or revoked and what steps are required to clear it.
What if I lost my current license and need to renew?
You must renew in person at the Spring DPS office and report the loss. Bring proof of residency, payment, and a police report if you have one. The DPS will issue a replacement license with the same expiration date as your original license, then extend it for the full renewal term.
How much does it cost to renew in Spring?
A four-year renewal costs $33 and an eight-year renewal costs $66. Payment is due at the time of renewal, whether you renew in person, online, or by mail. The DPS accepts cash, check, debit card, and credit card at the office; online and by-mail renewals accept card and check payments only.
Can I renew my license before it expires?
Yes. You can renew your license up to one year before it expires. Renewing early does not shorten the validity of your new license — it will still be valid for four or eight years from the renewal date, not from your old expiration date.
What if I need my license before the new one arrives by mail?
If you renew in person or online, you receive a temporary paper license when ready that is valid while you wait for your permanent license. If you renew by mail, you do not receive a temporary license, so plan ahead if you need to drive before your new license arrives.