How do I get a REAL ID in Texas?

Reviewed 2026-09-29 · Source: State of Texas

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Check whether your Texas card already has a REAL ID star. If it does not, use DPS guidance to prepare for a compliant card.

Starting fee$33 +

WhereOnline or in person

Steps3 steps

Check your current card: A gold star indicates a compliant Texas card; if already present, no separate upgrade is needed.
Review DPS document requirements: Check DPS acceptable proof of identity, citizenship or lawful presence, Social Security number and two Texas residency documents. Bring name-change evidence if applicable.
Apply through Texas DPS: Use the DPS instructions to arrange an office visit for a new card or follow your eligible renewal or replacement method. Present documents and pay the applicable credential fee to DPS.

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Texas driver license, ages 18–84: new or renewalDPS credential transaction fee, not a separate REAL ID charge; other ages and ID cards differ.	$33
Replacement driver license, if applicableFor a replacement transaction; the expiration date does not change.	$11

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Texas REAL ID · State of Texas · reviewed 2026-09-29

Limitations: REAL ID is a credential standard, not a separate fixed-price transaction. DPS publishes $33 for a new or renewed standard driver license ages 18–84, and $11 for a replacement license; other credentials and circumstances differ. Confirm the transaction fee with DPS. Do not upload identity documents to DMV.ai.

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