Yes, you can renew online if you meet Texas requirements
Texas lets you renew your driver's license online through the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) website, but only if your license meets specific conditions. You cannot renew online if your license has been suspended, if you need to change your address, if you're renewing after it has expired for more than two years, or if you're over 79 years old. If your license is current or expired less than two years, and you have no address changes or suspensions, the online renewal takes about 10 minutes and costs $25.
The online system is faster than going to a DPS office — you'll get your renewed license by mail in 7 to 10 business days. You do not need to visit an office, take a new photo, or retake a vision test, as long as your information hasn't changed.
Key Takeaways
- You can renew online only if your current license is not suspended, you have no address changes, and it expired less than two years ago.
- The online renewal costs $25 and takes about 10 minutes on the DPS website.
- Your renewed license arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days after approval.
- If you cannot renew online, you must visit a DPS office in person to complete your renewal.
- You will need your Texas driver's license number, Social Security number, and a valid payment method to start the online process.
Check whether your license qualifies for online renewal
Before you start, verify that your license meets all the conditions for online renewal. Go to the Texas DPS website and look for the renewal may be able to access checker, or straightforward try to begin the renewal process — the system will tell you when ready if your license does not may have access to.
Your license does not may have access to if any of these explore: your license is suspended or revoked, you have an active warrant, you need to change your address, your license expired more than two years ago, you are over 79 years old, or you are renewing a commercial driver's license (CDL). If any of these conditions explore, you must visit a DPS office in person.
If your license is current or expired within the last two years, your address is the same, and you have no suspensions, you can proceed with the online renewal.
Gather your information before you start
Have these items ready before you log into the DPS website: your current Texas driver's license number, your Social Security number, your date of birth, and a valid payment method (debit card or credit card). The system will not let you complete the renewal without all of these.
Double-check that the address on your license is still correct. If you have moved, you cannot use the online renewal — you must go to a DPS office instead. The online system does not allow address changes.
Complete the online renewal on the DPS website
Go to the Texas Department of Public Safety website and find the Driver License Renewal section. Click the link to renew online. You will be asked to enter your driver's license number and other identifying information. The system will pull up your current license record and show you the information on file.
Review all the information displayed — name, date of birth, address, and any restrictions or endorsements on your license. If anything is wrong or out of date (other than your address, which you cannot change online), stop and contact DPS before continuing. Proceeding with incorrect information will result in a license with errors that you'll have to fix later.
Once you confirm that your information is correct, you will be asked to pay the $25 renewal fee. Enter your debit or credit card details. The system will process the payment when ready. You will receive a confirmation number on screen — write this down or take a screenshot.
What happens after you submit your renewal
After you complete the online renewal, the Texas DPS will mail your new license to the address on file. This typically takes 7 to 10 business days. You do not need to do anything else — no office visit, no new photo, no vision test.
If you need to drive before your new license arrives, your old license remains valid until it expires or until your new one arrives, whichever comes first. You can use your old license during the waiting period.
If you do not receive your license within 10 business days, contact the DPS to check the status of your renewal. Have your confirmation number ready.
What to do if you cannot renew online
If the online system tells you that you do not may have access to, or if you have an address change, suspension, or expired license (more than two years), you must visit a DPS office in person. Find your nearest office on the Texas DPS website and check their hours before you go.
Bring your current driver's license, proof of residency (utility bill, lease, or bank statement with your current address), and payment for the renewal fee. The fee for an in-person renewal is the same as online ($25), but you may pay in cash, check, or card. At the office, you will take a new photo and pass a vision test. Your new license will be mailed to you, or in some cases you can receive it the same day — ask the office staff which option applies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I renew my license online if it expired more than two years ago?
No. If your license has been expired for more than two years, you must renew in person at a DPS office. The online system only works for licenses that are current or expired less than two years.
What if I moved and need to change my address?
You cannot change your address during an online renewal. You must visit a DPS office in person and bring proof of your new address, such as a utility bill or lease. The office will update your address and issue your new license.
Do I need a new photo for an online renewal?
No. The online renewal uses your existing photo from your current license. You only need a new photo if you renew in person at a DPS office.
How do I know if my license is suspended?
You can check the status of your license on the Texas DPS website using your driver's license number and date of birth. If your license is suspended, you cannot renew online and must contact DPS to resolve the suspension before you can renew.
Can I renew my commercial driver's license online?
No. Commercial driver's licenses (CDL) must be renewed in person at a DPS office. You will need to pass a vision test and may need to pass a written test depending on your endorsements.