Required Documents
All Paperwork Needed
For Teen Learner’s Permit (Ages 15 to 17)
What to take to the DPS or DMV to receive your Learner’s Permit.
- DE-964: Certificate received after completing 6 hours of the 24 hour teen course.
- VOE: This form is required if you are still in school. It must be signed by a school official, or you can provide a high school diploma or GED certificate.
- Proof of Identity: Original or certified copy of your birth certificate, passport, or other accepted identification.
- Social Security Number (SSN)
- Proof of address: Two documents showing your current Texas address, such as utility bills (electricity, water, gas), lease agreement, or bank statement.
- Parent/Guardian Authorization/Signature: A parent or legal guardian must be present to sign the application form.
- Next Step: After gathering these documents, schedule an appointment with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) through their website: DPS Appointment Scheduler
***Note: DPS does not accept walk-ins. New appointment slots are released daily on a first-come, first-served basis.
You must try scheduling between 7:45 AM and 8:00 AM or at midnight if you need a same-day appointment.
For Adult Learner’s Permit (18+)
What to take to the DPS or DMV to receive your Learner’s Permit.
- ADE-1317: Certificate received after completing 6-hour adult driver education course
- Proof of Identity: Bring an original or certified copy of your birth certificate, passport, or other accepted identification.
- Social Security Number (SSN): Social Security card or provide a valid document containing your SSN.
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Presence: U.S. birth certificate, passport, or other approved document.
- Proof of address: Two documents showing your current Texas address, such as utility bills (electricity, water, gas), lease agreement, or bank statement.
- Next Step: After gathering these documents, schedule an appointment with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) through their website: DPS Appointment Scheduler
***Note: DPS does not accept walk-ins. New appointment slots are released daily on a first-come, first-served basis.
You must try scheduling between 7:45 AM and 8:00 AM or at midnight if you need a same-day appointment.
For Teen Road Test (Ages 16 to 17)
What to bring to the driving school to take the road test.
- Learner’s Permit: Valid and held for a minimum of 6 months.
- DE-964: Certificate received after completing the 24 hour teen course.
- Teen Impact Certificate: (ITTD) dated within 90 days of the Road Test.
- Parent/Guardian Authorization/Signature: A parent or legal guardian must be present to sign the application form.
- 30 hours log: The log of 30 hours of driving practice outside of the driving education program.
- Next Step: After gathering these documents, schedule an appointment with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) through their website: DPS Appointment Scheduler
***Note: DPS does not accept walk-ins. New appointment slots are released daily on a first-come, first-served basis.
You must try scheduling between 7:45 AM and 8:00 AM or at midnight if you need a same-day appointment.
For Adult Road Test
What to bring to the driving school to take the road test.
- Learner’s Permit: Valid Learner's Permit
- ADE-1317:Certificate received after completing 6 hours permit class.
- ***Note: ADE-1317 is not required for applicants aged 25 and above.
- Impact Certificate: ITAD Certificate dated within 90 days of the Road Test.
- Next Step: After gathering these documents, schedule an appointment with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) through their website: DPS Appointment Scheduler
***Note: DPS does not accept walk-ins. New appointment slots are released daily on a first-come, first-served basis.
You must try scheduling between 7:45 AM and 8:00 AM or at midnight if you need a same-day appointment.
For Teen Driver License (Ages 16 to 17)
What to take to the DPS or DMV after the road test
- 30 hours log: The log of 30 hours of driving practice outside of the driving education program.
- Sealed Envelope: Received after the road test.
- Learner’s Permit
For Adult Driver License
What to take to the DPS or DMV after the road test
- Sealed Envelope: Received after the road test.
- Learner’s Permit
