You can change your address online through the Texas Department of Public Safety website, but only if your license is not expired and you have not changed your address more than once in the past year
Texas lets you update your address without visiting a driver license office, as long as a few conditions are met. You go to the DPS website, log into your account with your driver license number and date of birth, and submit the new address. The change takes effect when ready in the system, though your physical card will still show the old address until it expires and you renew it.
The online method is faster than going in person, but it only works if your license has not expired and you have not already changed your address once within the past 12 months. If either of those conditions applies to you, you will need to visit a driver license office instead.
Key Takeaways
- Online address changes work only if your Texas driver license is current (not expired) and you have not changed your address within the past year.
- You update your address through the Texas DPS website by logging in with your driver license number and date of birth.
- The address change is active in the system right away, even though your physical card will not reflect it until you renew.
- If your license is expired or you have already changed your address once this year, you must visit a driver license office in person.
What you need before you start
Have your Texas driver license number and your date of birth ready. You will also need your new address. The system will ask you to confirm your identity using these pieces of information, so make sure you know them exactly as they appear on your license.
You do not need to print anything or gather documents for an online address change. The transaction happens entirely on the DPS website.
Steps to change your address online
Go to the Texas Department of Public Safety website and find the section for driver license services. Look for the option to manage your driver license online or update your information. You will be asked to enter your driver license number and date of birth to log in.
Once you are logged in, select the option to change your address. Enter your new street address, city, state, and ZIP code. Review the information to make sure it is correct, then submit. You should see a confirmation message on the screen, and the change will be recorded in the DPS system when ready.
Keep the confirmation number or take a screenshot if you want a record of the transaction. You do not need to do anything else after this point.
When you cannot use the online method
If your driver license has expired, the online system will not let you proceed. You will need to renew your license at the same time you change your address, which requires an in-person visit to a driver license office.
If you have already changed your address once within the past 12 months, you are also locked out of the online option. This rule exists to prevent fraud. In this case, you must go to a driver license office and change your address there in person. Bring your current driver license and proof of your new address, such as a utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement.
How long the change takes to show up
Your new address is active in the DPS system as soon as you submit it online. If a police officer runs your license or a government agency looks up your record, they will see the new address right away.
Your physical driver license card will still show your old address until you renew it. When you renew — either online or in person — you can request that the new address be printed on the card. You do not have to wait for renewal; the address change is valid even if your card does not reflect it yet.
Proof of your new address for other purposes
Some organizations, like banks or insurance companies, may ask for proof of your current address. Your old driver license card will not work for this purpose, even though your address is updated in the DPS system. In that case, bring a recent utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, or bank statement showing your new address.
If you need an official document that shows your new address right away, you can visit a driver license office and request a duplicate license with the updated address. This is different from renewal and usually costs less.
Renewing your license after an address change
You can renew your Texas driver license online if it is not expired and you meet other renewal requirements. When you renew online, your updated address will automatically be printed on your new card. If you renew in person at a driver license office, make sure to confirm that your current address is correct before the new card is printed.
You do not have to renew when ready after changing your address. The address change is valid on its own, and you can renew whenever your license is due.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my old driver license card still be valid after I change my address online?
Yes. Your license remains valid even though the card shows your old address. The DPS system has your new address, and that is what law enforcement and government agencies see when they look up your record. You can use the card normally until it expires.
What counts as proof of my new address?
A utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, bank statement, or government mail addressed to you at your new address all work. The document should be recent — usually within the past two months — and show your full name and new address clearly.
Can I change my address online if I just moved out of state?
No. If you no longer live in Texas, you need to get a driver license from your new state. You cannot maintain a Texas license and change the address to another state online or in person.
What if I made a mistake when I entered my new address online?
Log back into the DPS website and submit a correction. As long as you have not changed your address twice in the past year, you can update it again online. If you have hit the one-change limit, visit a driver license office to correct the mistake.
Do I have to pay a fee to change my address online?
No. Changing your address online is free. You only pay a fee if you renew your license or request a duplicate card.