Can I Get My Texas License Without Going to the DPS?

Getting a Texas License Online

If the thought of waiting in line at a Texas DPS office fills you with dread, you are not alone! There's good news, though - Texas now allows eligible individuals to complete the process for obtaining a Texas Driver License online though the Texas TXT website.

Am I Eligible to Process My Texas License Application Online?

If you have passed your road test through a third-party provider such as Coastline, you are should be eligible to use the Texas TXT website to finish your license application process. Both teen and adult applicants are allowed to submit their information through the online portal, bypassing the need to visit a DPS site.

If any of the following apply to you, you will NOT be able to use online process and you must visit a DPS office site in-person:

• You are not a United States citizen
• You answered "Yes" to any health-related questions on the Driver License application
• The address listed on your permit does not match your current address

Note, that while applicants who fit into one or more of these categories must visit a DPS site to finish their licensing process, they are will able to take the road test with a third-party provider such as Coastline.

How Do I Start the Online License Process After Passing My Road Test?

After passing your road test through Coastline or other third-party provider, your driving school will submit all of your required documentation to the TPST/DPS. While you are waiting for the documents to be processed by the DPS, you'll want to go to the Texas TXT website and create an account.

After Coastline submits your documents and they are approved by the TPST/DPS, you will see an option to "Upgrade DL" in your TXT account profile. From there, click on "Upgrade DL" and pay the $11 processing fee. Once that has been accepted, you will be able to print your temporary license and get on the road! Note, your permanent Driver License will arrive by mail within 2 to 3 weeks of successful submission.

Summary

1. Pass road test with Coastline
2. Create TXT account
3. Wait at least 48 hours (possibly up to 2 weeks)
4. Click "Upgrade DL" and pay the $11 processing fee
5. Print your temporary license
6. Receive your permanent license by mail with 2-3 weeks

Important! It will take a minimum of 48 hours and possibly up to 2 weeks for the TPST/DPS system to process Coastline paperwork after passing your test. Please check in with your account regularly to be on the lookout for the "Upgrade DL" option.

What If I Run Into Problems?

• If you are having technical issues with the TXT website, call (877) 452-9060
• If your DL Upgrade is denied through the portal and you have already spoken with Coastline, call (512) 424-5623 (TPST) for assistance.
• If your documents are rejected, please do not contact Coastline Academy immediately. Coastline will be notified by the state and we will contact you with any next steps.
• If you are testing with a paper permit, wait until you have received your hard copy of your permit before registering on the TXT website.

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