Texas vehicle and driver services
Texas DMV & Driver Services
Texas guides for driver licenses, CDLs, registration, titles, buying and selling, plates, insurance, financial responsibility, inspections, and emissions testing.
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Identify the correct Texas agency, office, documents, deadlines, and fees before starting a transaction.
Driver licenses, identification and commercial driving
Get, renew, replace, or update a Texas credential and understand commercial license classes and endorsements.
Registration, titles and vehicle transactions
Complete Texas registration, title, purchase, sale, tax, plate, permit, and special-vehicle transactions.
Plates, parking and special registrations
Choose plates and permits or handle accessible parking, farm, antique, classic, fleet, and apportioned registration.
Insurance, financial responsibility and inspections
Understand liability coverage, proof requirements, SR-22 filings, annual commercial inspections, emissions tests, and equipment rules.
Which agency handles the task?
| Task | Start with |
|---|---|
| Driver license, ID, REAL ID, CDL or driving test | Texas DPS |
| Vehicle registration, title or private sale | County tax assessor-collector and TxDMV |
| Commercial safety or emissions inspection | DPS-certified inspection station |
| Motor-vehicle tax questions | County tax office and Texas Comptroller |
| Auto insurance complaint or coverage guidance | Texas Department of Insurance |
Frequently asked questions
Does TxDMV issue Texas driver licenses?
No. Texas DPS issues driver licenses, identification cards, CDLs, and REAL ID credentials. TxDMV administers vehicle programs, while county tax offices complete most title and registration transactions.
Does Texas still require annual vehicle safety inspections?
Most non-commercial vehicles no longer require comprehensive annual safety inspections. Commercial vehicles still require annual safety inspections, and qualifying vehicles in emissions counties still require emissions testing.
How long does a private-sale buyer have to transfer title?
A buyer generally must apply for title within 30 calendar days after the sale to avoid delinquent-transfer penalties.
What are the minimum Texas auto liability limits?
The minimum limits are commonly described as 30/60/25: $30,000 for injury to one person, $60,000 total injury liability per accident, and $25,000 for property damage.
What is a replacement Texas vehicle title called?
TxDMV calls it a Certified Copy of Title. The application is Form VTR-34.