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REAL ID Document Check

Welcome to REAL ID Document Check

The REAL ID Document Check is an application that assists in preparing you for your Driver License Office visit. Just follow the steps, and at the end, you will have a customized checklist of which documents to bring for your Driver License Office visit.

If you are under 18 years of age, we recommend assistance from a parent or legal guardian when using this application to ensure you have the correct information. Some of the documents will be required from the parent or legal guardian and not the minor.

Note: Using the REAL ID Document Check does not guarantee you will be able to obtain a Driver License or Identification Card; it simply helps you learn which documentation to bring in to prove your identity and residency.

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Notice of Surrender

You must surrender your current Driver License or Identification Card, issued by another state, whenever you obtain a new Texas Driver License or Identification Card.

For more information regarding the surrendering of a Driver License or an ID Card click here.

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Make your online visit faster

Do you have all the documents listed below?

An original or certified copy of a Birth Certificate issued by a State Bureau of Vital Statistics or equivalent Agency from a U.S. State, U.S. Territory, the District of Columbia or an unexpired U.S. Passport Book or Card
Social Security Card
Current Texas Vehicle Registration or Title
Current Automobile Insurance Policy or an Automobile Insurance Statement

Notice: Laminated copies and photocopies may not be accepted.

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Is your full Legal Name different than the name on your documents?

If you are under 18 years of age, both your documents and your parent or legal guardian’s documents must contain the full legal name.

Show supporting legal documents for each time the name has changed.

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Your Full Legal Name

Select all supporting documents for each name change.

Original or certified copy of Marriage License
Original or certified copy of Divorce Decree
Original or certified copy of Amended Birth Certificate
Certified Court ordered Name Change
Department of State Health Services Marriage Verification Letter
Certificate of Naturalization (N-550, N-570, N-578)
Annulment
I have none of the above

Selection(s) Required.

Notice: If the document is not in English, a certified English translation must be submitted with the original document. Laminated copies and photocopies may not be accepted.

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Are you a U.S. Citizen?

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Proof of Citizenship and Proof of Identity Required

Select documents you will use to prove your Identity and Date of Birth, and/or Citizenship. If the document(s) chosen do not serve as proof of Identity and Date of Birth and proof of citizenship, this REAL ID Document Check application will indicate later which type of proof you still need.

Note: All documents must have the same Name and Date of Birth.

The Department will accept the following documents for Proof of Identity and Citizenship:

Select all the documents you have.

Texas Driver License or Texas Identification Card not expired more than 2 years
Unexpired U.S. Passport Book or Card
Expired U.S. Passport Book or Card
U.S. Certificate of Citizenship or Certificate of Naturalization with identifiable photograph (N-550, N-560, N-561, N-645, N-570, or N-578)
U.S. Department of Justice Immigration and Naturalization Service, U.S. Citizen Identification Card (I-179 or I-197)
American Indian Card (I-872)
American Indian Card (I-872) which indicates "KIC"
Northern Mariana Card (I-873)
Original or certified copy of a Birth Certificate issued by a State Bureau of Vital Statistics or equivalent agency from a U.S. State, U.S. Territory, or the District of Columbia.
Laminated copies may not be accepted. Photocopies are not accepted.
1. Must be issued by the city, county or state of birth.

2. Must list the applicant's full name, date of birth, and place of birth.

3. Must list the parent(s) full name.

4. Must have the signature of the city, country, or state registrar.

5. Must have the date filed with the registrar's office (must be within one year of birth).

6. Must have the seal of authority.
Because Puerto Rican statute provides that Puerto Rican Birth Certificates issued before July 1, 2010 are no longer valid, the Department cannot recognize these Birth Certificates as proof of Identification or Lawful presence. For more information please select the following link. http://prfaa.pr.gov/
For U.S. citizens born abroad—Certificate of Report of Birth (DS-1350 or FS-545) or Consular Report of Birth (FS-240) issued by the U.S. Department of State
Original or certified copy of a court order with name and date of birth indicating a name and/or gender change from a U.S. state, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia
Unexpired U.S. Military ID Card for active duty, reserve or retired personnel with identifiable photo
I have none of the above

Selection Required.

Note: If you have never been issued a birth certificate or other official document proving your identity or U.S. Citizenship and need further assistance, please send an email to REALID@dps.texas.gov. Be sure to include your full name, date of birth, and a telephone contact number where you can be reached.

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U.S. Nationals, Lawful Permanent Residents, Refugees and Asylees

Select the documents you will use to prove your Identity and Date of Birth and/or Lawful Presence. If the document(s) chosen do not serve as proof of identity and Date of Birth and proof of Lawful Presence, this REAL ID Document Check application will indicate later which type of proof you still need.

Note: All documents must have the same Name and Date of Birth.

Please select all the documents you have.

U.S. Passport that reads, “THE BEARER IS A UNITED STATES NATIONAL AND NOT A UNITED STATES CITIZEN” on the last page
Permanent Resident Card (I-551)
Foreign Passport with attached Temporary I-551 (immigrant visa endorsed with ADIT stamp)
Foreign Passport with attached visa Form I-94
Permit to Reenter the United States (Form I-327)
Unexpired U.S. Travel Document (I-327 or I-571)
I-94 or Passport with annotation “Section 207” or “Refugee with photo”
I-94 or Passport with annotation “Section 208” or “Asylee with photo”
Refugee Travel Letter with photo, stamped by Customs and Border Protection
Refugee Travel Document (Form I-571)
Temporary Resident Identification Card I-688B
Temporary Resident Identification Card I-688B coded 274a.12(a)(3)
Temporary Resident Identification Card I-688B coded 274a.12(a)(5)
Employment Authorization Card I-766
Employment Authorization Card I-766 with category A3 or A03
Employment Authorization Card I-766 with category A5 or A05
Advance Parole Document (I-512 or I-512L)
Unexpired U.S. military ID card for active duty, reserve or retired personnel with identifiable photo
Original or certified copy of a Birth Certificate issued by a State Bureau of Vital Statistics or equivalent agency from a Canadian province. Laminated copies may not be accepted. Photocopies are not accepted.
1. Must be issued by the city, county or state of birth.

2. Must list the applicant's full name, date of birth, and place of birth.

3. Must list the parent(s) full name.

4. Must have the signature of the city, country, or state registrar.

5. Must have the date filed with the registrar's office (must be within one year of birth).

6. Must have the seal of authority.

Temporary Visitor

A temporary visitor is anyone who is not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee.

A temporary visitor who wants to apply for a limited term Driver License or ID card must provide one of the following documents for verification through DHS. (Documents may be expired unless otherwise noted.)

A document (or combination of documents) issued by the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Department of State, U.S. Department of Homeland Security or U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services that shows lawful temporary admission to the U.S.

Limited term licenses and ID cards issued to temporary visitors expire when the person’s period of lawful presence expires.

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Supporting Identity Documents

Individuals who do not have a primary document or two secondary documents can provide one secondary document and two supporting documents.

Please select two (2) documents (These will be your supporting documents).

Social Security Card
Form W-2 or SSA-1099
Driver License or ID Card issued by another U.S. State, U.S. Territory, the District of Columbia or Canadian Province (unexpired or expired less than two years)
Texas Driver License or ID Card that has been expired more than two years
Temporary Texas Driver License or ID Card
School Records (e.g., Report Cards, Photo ID Cards)
Voter Registration Card
Current Texas Vehicle Registration or Title
Current Texas Boat Registration or Title
Unexpired Insurance Policy valid for the past two years (e.g., auto, home or life insurance)
Concealed Handgun License or License to Carry
Original or certified copy of Marriage License (If the document is not in English, a certified translation must accompany it)
Original or certified copy of Divorce Decree (If the document is not in English, a certified translation must accompany it)
Medicare or Medicaid Card
Unexpired U.S. Military Dependent Identification Card
Military Records (e.g., Form DD-214, DD-215, NGB-22)
Texas Inmate ID Card or similar form of ID issued by Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Texas Department of Criminal Justice Parole or Mandatory Release Certificate
Federal Inmate Identification Card
Federal Parole or Release Certificate
Pilot License
Professional License Issued by a Texas State Agency
ID Card issued by a Government Agency
Consular Document issued by a State or National Government
Selective Service Card
Immunization Records
Tribal Membership Card from federally-recognized tribe
Certificate of Degree of Indian Blood
Unexpired Foreign Passport
Veteran's ID Card issued by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
Abstract (shortened) Birth Certificate
Hospital-issued Birth Record
I have none of the above

Selection Required

The document must be issued by an Institution, Entity, or Goverment from a U.S. State, a U.S. Territory, the District of Columbia or a Canadian Province.

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REQUIRED: Proof of Citizenship/Lawful Presence and Proof of Identity

You do not have the required Documents. Please go back to select additional documents for Proof of Citizenship/Lawful Presence and Proof of Identity or select continue.

Please visit the Department's Online Services web page for information about where to go to receive acceptable documentation.

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REQUIRED: Two (2) Supporting documents are needed

Please go back to select additional Supporting documents for Proof of Identity or select Continue.

Please visit the Department's on-line Services web page for information about where to go to receive acceptable documentation.
http://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/OnlineServices.htm

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Proof of Social Security Number (SSN)

Select one(1) document to prove your Social Security Number.

Social Security Card
Form W-2
SSA-1099 Form
A Non-SSA-1099 form
Pay stub, with the applicant's Name and full Social Security Number on it
Military Identification (Active, Reserve, and Dependent Status) Must contain applicant’s Social Security Number
Certificate of Release or Discharge of Active Duty (DD-214)
Certified College/University Transcript designating number as Social Security Number
Documents such as Health Insurance Cards, Veteran's Administration Cards, and Pilot's Licenses with identifiable Social Security Number may be accepted
I have none of the above

Selection Required.

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No Proof of Social Security

Individuals who do not have a Social Security Card, have never been issued a Social Security Number, or are not eligible for a Social Security Number can visit any Driver License office and complete an affidavit attesting to such. Providing a false statement in connection with this affidavit will result in the cancellation of the Driver License or Identification Card and may result in criminal charges. An affidavit is not acceptable for the issuance of a CDL.

Need a Social Security Number replacement card? The Social Security Administration introduced the expansion of on-line services for residents of Texas available through its My Social Security portal at https://www.ssa.gov/myaccount/

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Verify Texas Residency

To verify Texas Residency, you must present two documents from the list below.

NOTE: All documents must contain the individual's name and Texas residential address. A business address or P.O. Box may not be used as a permanent physical address, only a mailing address. The address must include the city, state, zip code, apartment number (if applicable), and any terms such as Street, Circle, Drive, or Court (if applicable).

Select Two (2) documents you have to prove Texas Residency.

Current Deed, Mortgage, Monthly Mortgage Statement, Mortgage Payment Booklet or a Residential Rental/Lease Agreement
W-2 Tax Form from the current tax year
SSA-1099 Tax Form from the current tax year
Valid, unexpired Texas Voter Registration Card
Texas Motor Vehicle Registration or Title
Texas Boat Registration or Title
Concealed Handgun License (CHL) or License to Carry (LTC)
Utility Statement (including Electric, Water, Natural Gas) dated within 90 days of the date of application
Utility Statement (Satellite TV, Cable TV or Noncellular Phone Bill) dated within 90 days of the date of application
Pre-printed Paycheck or Payment Stub dated within 90 days of the date of application
Medical or Health Card
Current Homeowner’s or Renter’s Insurance Policy or Homeowner’s or Renter’s Insurance Statement
Current Automobile Insurance Policy or an Automobile Insurance Statement
Texas High School, College or University Report Card or Transcript for the current school year
Mail from Financial Institutions; including Checking, Savings, Investment Account and Credit Card Statements dated within 90 days of the date of application
Mail from a Federal, State, County or City Government Agency, or a third-party representing a Government Agency dated within 90 days of the date of application
Selective Service Card
Current Automobile Payment Book
Current documents issued by the U.S. Military indicating residence address
Current Form DS2019, I-20 or a document issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (for non-commercial DL and ID only)
Veteran's Health Identification Card (VHIC)
Document from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice indicating the applicant's recent release or parole
Letter of Texas Residency Issued by the Texas Juvenile Justice Dept (TJJD)
I have none of the above

Selections Required.

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REQUIRED: Two documents for Proof of Residency

Please go back to select additional documents for Proof of Residency or select continue. To verify Texas Residency, you must present TWO (2) documents from the list below. Both documents must contain your name and residential address.

The residential address on both documents must be the same
At least one document must verify you have lived in Texas for at least 30 days (the 30 day requirement is waived if you are surrendering a valid, unexpired driver license or ID from another state, or if you are applying for a Texas CDL (Commercial Driver License)
The two (2) documents must be issued by different companies or agencies (for example, you may not use a water bill and an electricity bill from the same company)

Note: All documents presented must contain your name and residential address.

Applicants applying for or renewing a Commercial License (CLP/CDL) must provide two documents for Proof of Residency.

If you are under 18 years of age and cannot show proof of residency, you may fill out a Texas Residency Affidavit found at the link below.

If you are unable to provide two documents for Proof of Residency, please visit us at
https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/residencyReqNonCDL.htm

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Do you have an unexpired Driver License from another State?

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Notice of Surrender

You must surrender your unexpired Driver License or ID, issued by another state, whenever you obtain a Texas Driver License or ID.

Note: Real ID and Texas Law only permits a person to hold a driver license or ID, but not both. You can view the law by visiting Texas Statutes 521.182.
Select Continue

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Are you under 18 years of age?

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Do you have a driver permit?

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You are eligible for a Texas permit

Once you obtain a Texas permit and hold it for 6 months, complete the Texas Driver Education Program. Then take the Impact Texas Teen Driver (ITTD) Program within 90 days of your scheduled Skills (drive) exam.

For more information please visit:

https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/teenDriver.htm

https://impacttexasdrivers.dps.texas.gov/

Select continue.

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REQUIRED: All applicants under 18 years of age with a valid out of state license must take the skills (drive) test. To be eligible for the required skills (drive) test:

You must enroll in and complete the ITTD (Impact Texas Teen Driver) Program. For more information, visit
https://impacttexasdrivers.dps.texas.gov/
You must provide an ITTD certificate of successful completion at the Texas driver license office before your skills (drive) test.
You must ensure the ITTD certificate is dated within 90 days of the required skills (drive) test.

Please schedule an appointment for a drive test at
https://txdpsscheduler.com/.

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Do you want a Texas Driver License or Identification Card?

Driver License, CLP or CDL- We will guide you through the documents needed for your license. At the end of the tool you will receive a customized checklist of the documents you need for your visit.

ID Card- At the end of the tool you will receive a customized checklist of the documents you need for your visit.

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Did you complete an Adult Driver Education Course and have proof of completion?

Note: Must be dated within 2 years of passing the Driver Education Course

Information

For more information on the Adult Driver Education Course options click here.

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REQUIRED: Adult Driver Education Course

An Adult Driver Education Course must be completed before you apply for a Texas Driver License. Select continue.

Note: Must be dated within 2 years of passing the Driver Education Course

For more information please visit the following sites:

TDLR - Driver Education & Driving Safety

TDLR - Driver FAQs

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Did you complete Impact Texas Drivers (ITD) program?

For more information on the Impact Texas Drivers (ITD) program click here.

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REQUIRED: Completion of Impact Texas Drivers (ITD)

Impact Texas Drivers (ITD) Program must be completed within the previous 90 days of taking your skills test. Select continue.

For more information on the Impact Texas Drivers (ITD) program click here.

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Proof of Vehicle Registration and/or Insurance

Do you own one or more vehicle(s)?

You must provide the following for each vehicle you own:

Evidence of current Texas Vehicle Registration (required for Out-of-State applicants only)
Proof of Insurance, must be current (required for all first time Texas applicants and Out-of-State applicants)

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Notice of Signature Required

Since you indicated that you do not own a vehicle, you will sign a statement affirming this at your Driver License Office. Select continue.

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Do you have proof of the Teen Driver Course?

You must provide one of the following:

Select one(1) option

Parent Taught Driver Education Certificate Online (DE-964E)
A Teen Driver Education Course Certificate provided by a certified driver training school (DE-964)
Teen driver Education certificate provided by public school (DE-964)
I have none of the above

Please select an option from above to continue.

Note: Must be dated within 2 years of passing the Driver Education Course

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Do you already have a Texas Driver License that is not expired more than 2 years?

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Do you already have a Texas Driver License that is not expired more than 2 years?

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Do you already have a Texas Driver License that is not expired more than 2 years?

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Do you already have a Texas Driver License that is not expired more than 2 years?

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Please select from the options below.

Are you 25 years of age or older?

Are you 18 through 24 years of age?

Are you under 18 years of age and living with a parent or guardian?

Are you under 18 years of age and married or emancipated?

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REQUIRED: Teen Driver Education Course

A Teen Driver Education Course must be completed before you apply for a Texas Driver License. Select continue.

For more information on the Teen Driver Education Course click here.

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Have you held a permit for at least 6 months and are you 16 years of age or older?

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You do not meet the permit time and age limit.

Notice: You are only eligible for an instruction permit. You have not met the permit time and/or age limit.

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Did you complete the Impact Texas Teen Drivers (ITTD) program?

Information

To be eligible for the drive test, you must provide proof of completion of Impact Texas Teen Drivers (ITTD) Program. The certificate is valid for 90 days prior to taking your skills test. For more information on the Impact Texas Teen Drivers (ITTD) program click here.

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REQUIRED: Completion of Impact Texas Teen Drivers (ITTD)

Impact Texas Teen Drivers (ITTD) Program must be completed within the previous 90 days of taking your skills test. Please continue.

For more information on the Impact Texas Teen Drivers (ITTD) program click here.

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Do you have your school Verification of Enrollment form?

You must have a Verification of Enrollment (VOE) form or your last report card if applying when school is not in session. If no longer in school, you must provide a diploma or GED.

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REQUIRED: Verification of Enrollment (VOE)

You must have Verification of Enrollment (VOE) before the issuance of a Texas Driver License. Select continue.

Verification of Enrollment and Attendance (VOE form DL-104) issued by a school or a high school diploma or equivalent (GED)

VOE requires a signature (a stamped or computer generated signature of the school official is acceptable) and
Is valid for 30 days from issuance or
Is valid for 90 days from issuance between the months of June through August or
A current report card for the most recent school year

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REQUIRED: A Cosigner is Needed

Since you have indicated that you are under 18 years of age, please note that a parent or legal guardian must be present to cosign for any minor. Select continue.

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Do you have evidence showing you are Married or Emancipated?

Since you indicated that you are married or emancipated, you must present evidence showing eligibiliy to wave parental authorization.

Please select one(1) option

Marriage License
Divorce Decree
Court Order Presenting Proof of Emancipation
I have none of the above

Please select a document from above to continue.

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REQUIRED: Proof of Marriage or Emancipation

Since you indicated that you are or have been married or are emancipated, you must present evidence showing eligibility to waive parental authorization. Select continue.

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My Custom Texas DL/ID Checklist

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Documents I Still Need:

Document Name	Actions

Documents I Have for My Visit:

Document Name	Document Type

This checklist provides guidelines that may not cover every situation. The Texas Department of Public Safety reserves the right to reject unverifiable documents, request additional documents, or investigate documents presented.

Texas Document Requirements

The following chart provides an overview of Texas document requirements. Documents must be originals or certified. Laminated documents may not be accepted. Photocopies may not be accepted.

Document Type (A complete list of accepted documents can be found at the links below)	Number of Required Documents
Proof of Citizenship or Lawful Presence: (Required for Driver License and ID) For a complete list of accepted documents: https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/LawfulStatusDLID.htm More Information on Lawful Presence	1
Proof of Residency in Texas: (Must be different sources.) (Required for Driver License and ID) For a complete list of accepted documents: https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/residencyReqNonCDL.htm	2
Proof of Identity: (Required for Driver License and ID) For a complete list of accepted documents: https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/Identificationrequirements.htm	1 Primary, or 2 Secondary, or 1 Secondary and 2 Supporting
Name Change Documents: (If the name displayed on your Identity Documents are different or if you are currently using a different name, you must bring accepted name change documents to support the name change) (Required for Driver License and ID) For a complete list of accepted documents: https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/Changes.htm#Name	Documents for every name change
Proof of Social Security Number: (Required for Driver License and ID) For a complete list of accepted documents: https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/ssn.htm	1
Texas Vehicle Registration and Proof of Insurance: Proof of Insurance for each vehicle you own. Evidence of Texas Vehicle Registration for each vehicle you own. If you do not own a vehicle, you will sign a statement affirming this. (Required for Driver License Only)	1 of each
Persons between the age of 18 through 24 must include: Adult Driver Education Certificate Adult ITD (Impact Texas Driver) Certificate (Required for Driver License Only) For a complete list of accepted documents: https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/teenDriver.htm	1 of each
Persons under the age of 18 must include: Teen Driver Education Certificate Teen ITD (Impact Texas Driver) Certificate Verification of Enrollment Form (Required for Driver License Only) For a complete list of accepted documents: https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/teenDriver.htm	1 of each

If you have never been issued a birth certificate or other official document proving your identity or U.S. Citizenship and need further assistance, please send an email to REALID@dps.texas.gov. Be sure to include your full name, date of birth, and a telephone contact number where you can be reached.

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