One is for renewing in person, which is the DR The other provides the three alternatives for renewal, and encourages them to handle their transaction alternatively, which is the DR These letters are provided days prior to the expiration date.
These letters instruct the customer to visit their local driver license office, or if they are eligible, to renew by an alternate method such as online, by telephone, or by mail. Visit Texas by Texas for additional information. Partnership with Texas. Customers were not eligible to conduct transactions online when they did not have their audit number.
The Driver License Division deployed a new hiring process in January of that has reduced the interview process from days to a few hours, and reduced the overall time expended for hiring. The 86th Legislature appropriated an additional full time positions, increasing the number of full time positions to 2, These newly hired employees have been placed in the Mega Centers and extremely overcrowded offices to help reduce the wait times.
While driver license offices continue to have capacity issues, wait times have improved. In addition to this, the Department implemented a new appointment solution that allows customers the opportunity to schedule driver license services up to six months in advance, using an online link or in a driver license office.
Customers will have more flexibility to schedule an appointment based on their availability and the location of their choosing. This appointment program will help minimize wait times and long lines, as customers will only need to arrive a short time before their appointment. DPS reviewed data from the State Demographer that details where in Texas the highest growth is projected to be. The new locations needed are:. During the 86th Legislative session, the Legislature appropriated funding for a new office in Angleton, and Denton, Texas.
The request for additional offices will be reviewed and resubmitted during the 87th legislative session, to be held in Typically, the process is that DPS recommends locations based on population growth. The Driver License Division currently has offices throughout the state, ranging in size from 1 counter to over 40 counters in our Driver License Centers. As of September 1, , the state had over 1, workstations spread among the offices. Keep in mind, only This leaves Commercial Driver License laws and standards are dictated by the U.
If Texas disregarded the federal standards, our program would be out of compliance and FMCSA could issue a Notice of Non-Compliance resulting in the decertification of Texas' CDL program, thereby prohibiting the ability to issue CDLs to its citizens and enabling federal highway funds to be withheld from the State of Texas. During this process, drivers have to walk around the vehicle and determine that the various components are fully functional.
This test mirrors the report that every motor carrier requires every driver to submit each day the vehicle is operated. The reports have to cover: service brakes, parking brake, steering mechanism, lighting, reflectors, tires, horn, windshield wipers, mirrors and emergency equipment.
The report has to detail any defect or deficiency that the driver discovers that could affect the safety of the vehicle. The driver must sign the report. School bus drivers are exempted from submitting this report daily. However, they are expected to know how each of the components works, and since they can drive other commercial vehicles within that class other than school buses, they are subject to the vehicle inspection portion of the test.
DPS was granted an extension and implemented these regulations in late A challenge with the implementation of the new uniform CDL testing standards has been the increase in the time needed to successfully execute a skills test.
These new uniform testing standards, which have increased testing time from one hour to approximately two hours per test, now include:. In addition to providing the CDL handbook that outlines the process and contains all relevant study materials, DPS has created a series of videos specifically for school bus applicants. These videos are available on our website and have received almost two hundred thousand views since being published.
Applicants, who are students or employees of these programs, have the option of testing at DPS or at one of the current TPST locations. The Department provides additional TPST training sessions to eligible organizations on a quarterly basis. A Commercial Driver License CDL authorizes an individual to operate a commercial motor vehicle or combination of motor vehicles used to transport passengers or property. Individuals applying for a Commercial Driver License should recognize that this is a professional license with more testing requirements than other licenses.
Select here to learn about the requirements to obtain a CDL. Saturday appointments for Commercial Driver License services are available at select offices for the month of December. View the recent press release for additional information. The Texas Department of Public Safety is committed to creating a faster, easier and friendlier driver license experience. Select here to find the most common topics that customers inquire about.
Driver License. Popular Services Assistance for People with Disabilities. New Appointment Scheduling System. When you make your appointment, you will have the option to receive an email or text message reminder. If I cancel my appointment how long do I have to wait before I can reschedule the new appointment? Driver License Services — Appointments April 15, To ensure the safety of all customers, as well as our driver license office personnel, you will be required to comply with the following for your appointment: Services are by scheduled appointment only.
If you are having difficulty scheduling an appointment on a preferred day, please know all DL offices do have a limited number of same-day appointments available on a first-come, first-served basis, that fill up quickly. Individuals without an appointment will receive instruction and assistance in setting an appointment for a future date and time. Credit cards are the preferred payment. Money orders, cashier's and personal checks will be accepted for the correct amount If these requirements are not met, you may be required to reschedule your appointment at a later date.
For additional information, see the Frequently Asked Questions provided below. Schedule a driver license appointment 1. How do I schedule an appointment at a driver license office? Can I schedule an appointment for another person? Yes, provided you have all of the required information; however, this is not recommended.
How far in advance may I schedule an appointment? Appointments may be scheduled up to six months in advance. How late can I be before my appointment is cancelled?
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