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Applying for a Texas Driver's License or ID Card: International Students and Scholars, Lecture notes of European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

Information for international students, scholars, and their dependents on the requirements to apply for or renew a texas driver’s license or id card. It includes a list of necessary documents and proof of residency, as well as information on the 30-day residency requirement and the process for those with driver's licenses from other countries or states.

What you will learn

  • What is the process for those with driver's licenses from other countries or states to get a Texas Driver’s License?
  • How long does it take to receive a Texas Driver’s License or ID card after applying?
  • What documents are required for international students to apply for a Texas Driver’s License or ID card?

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TO APPLY FOR orRENEW a TEXAS DRIVER’S LICENSE or TX ID CARD:
You must reside in Texas for at least 30 days before you can apply for a TX DL or ID card
For international students, scholars, or those applying for or on OPT, and their dependents:
Take the documents listed below to a Texas Driver’s License Office to apply:
1. Passport
2. Visa or immigration documentation indicating your status,
such as an I-20, or DS-2019.
3. I-94
4. And forfirst-timeapplicants:bringtwo acceptable documents from the listbelow
establishing proof of residency,one of which must demonstrate the applicant has
lived in Texasat least 30 days.
For a complete list of acceptable residency documents and additional details, please visit
http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/DriverLicense/residencyReqNonCDL.htm.
The 30-day requirement is WAIVED for applicants who surrender
a valid, unexpired driver license from another state in the United States,
but two documents establishing proof of residency are still required.
Note: You do NOT need a Social Security card
in order to apply for a Texas Driver’s License.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Note: If you are under age 25, and a FIRST TIME applicant for a Texas Driver’s License, you must take an
approved Adult Driver Education course (for example, http://adultdriversed.idrivesafely.com) BEFORE you
can apply for a Driver’s License, which then exempts you from having to take the written test at the Driver’s
License Office (if you take and pass the exam at the school.
If, under age 25,and you already have a currently valid license from another state in the USA, you are not
required to take a driver’s license education course. (If 25 or over as a first time driver’s license applicant, you
will have to take the written test at the Driver’s License Office, unless you take an pass the written exam at an
approved driver education class.)
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Before buying any used car, especially from an individual, have the car checked out by
a mechanic. Take an American friend along with you for assistance.
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TO APPLY FOR orRENEW a TEXAS DRIVER’S LICENSE or TX ID CARD:

→You must reside in Texas for at least 30 days before you can apply for a TX DL or ID card←

For international students, scholars, or those applying for or on OPT, and their dependents:

Take the documents listed below to a Texas Driver’s License Office to apply:

1. Passport

2. Visa or immigration documentation indicating your status,

such as an I-20, or DS-2019.

3. I-

4. And forfirst-timeapplicants:bringtwo acceptable documents from the list below

establishing proof of residency,one of which must demonstrate the applicant has

lived in Texasat least 30 days.

For a complete list of acceptable residency documents and additional details, please visit

http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/DriverLicense/residencyReqNonCDL.htm.

The 30-day requirement is WAIVED for applicants who surrender

a valid, unexpired driver license from another state in the United States,

but two documents establishing proof of residency are still required.

Note: You do NOT need a Social Security card

in order to apply for a Texas Driver’s License.

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Note: If you are under age 25, and a FIRST TIME applicant for a Texas Driver’s License, you must take an

approved Adult Driver Education course (for example, http://adultdriversed.idrivesafely.com) BEFORE you

can apply for a Driver’s License, which then exempts you from having to take the written test at the Driver’s

License Office (if you take and pass the exam at the school.

If, under age 25,and you already have a currently valid license from another state in the USA, you are not

required to take a driver’s license education course. (If 25 or over as a first time driver’s license applicant, you

will have to take the written test at the Driver’s License Office, unless you take an pass the written exam at an

approved driver education class.)

_____________________________________________________________________________________

Before buying any used car, especially from an individual, have the car checked out by

a mechanic. Take an American friend along with you for assistance.

TEXAS DRIVER’S LICENSE Frequently Asked Questions

Written Test: $25.00 Driver’s Permit $25.00Texas Driver’s License: $25.00Renew Driver’s License: $25.

  1. Where are the closest Driver’s License Offices to the University of Houston?

9206 Winkler, Houston, phone number 713 943 0725 (11 miles south; closer but usually busier)

2783 Red Bluff Road, Pasadena, phone 713 473 3232 (14 miles southeast; farther, usually less busy).

Or visit www.txdps.state.tx.us/administration/driver_licensing_control/rolodex/search.asp

forall driver’s license office locations in the Houston area.

2. What is the best day (least busiest) to visit the Driver’s License Office?

Thursday, around 10 am or 2 pm, or Wednesday; Monday and Friday are the busiest days.

  1. A driver’s license from another country is good for 90 days from day of arrival in Texas. To get a Texas driver’s license, you will then need to take both the written test and a driving test. An “International Driver’s License” is good for one year after your arrival in Texas ; then you will need to take the written and driving test.
  2. A currently valid (not expired) driver’s license from another state in the USAis good for 90 days from your arrival date in Texas. To get a Texas Driver’s License you will need only to transfer your valid driver license from that state in the USA. A driver’s license from another state which has expired requires that you take a written test and then a driving test to get a Texas driver’s license.
  3. You can take the Texas driver’s license written test anytime without an appointment. Be sure to arrive at least one hour before closing.
  4. Can I now schedule a driving test online instead of having to go in person to the nearest DPS office to make an appointment? Yes! Go to:

a. http://bit.ly/4E3EJ Scroll down to Houston Winkler or Pasadena (the closest to the University if Houston),

schedule a driving test online,then Select Service: Driving test for a regular car or truck.

  1. You can pick up a Texas Driver’s handbook to study for the written test at any Texas Department of Public Safety office or go online: http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/internetforms/Forms/DL-7.pdf.
  2. If you fail the written test or driving test, you can retake the test thevery next day or later. You have 90 days to retake either to pass. If you don’t pass either in 90 days, you will need to repay the fee gain.
  3. A learner’s or driver’s permit allows me to practice driving with a licensed driverin the front passenger seat. How do I get one and how much does it cost? Take the written test; the $25permit is good for six years. Tell the TX DPS person before you take the written test that you are taking it for a permit (not a driver’s license).
  4. I’ve never driven before. Are there driving schools that can teach me how to drive? Yes;google “learn to drive schools, Houston, Texas” for a list of area schools. Cost is about $40 per hour. Note: A Defensive Driving Course (DDC) is only for those who have received a speeding or other kind of traffic ticket; the DDC is not a course to teach you how to drive.

(Please see additional information on the back.)