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Choose your age group and follow the steps below.
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Under 18
1. Complete Teen Driver Education
Texas requires teen driver education before a teen can obtain a provisional license. Teens may begin classroom instruction at 14, but cannot apply for a learner license until age 15.
2. Get Your Learner License
After completing the required classroom portion and meeting DPS requirements, apply for a Texas learner license.
3. Complete Behind-the-Wheel Requirements
Before getting a provisional license, teens must complete the required in-car instruction and supervised practice.
Texas DPS lists 7 hours of observation, 7 hours of driving instruction, and 30 hours of supervised practice, including 10 at night.
4. Hold Your Learner License for at Least 6 Months
Teens must hold the learner license for at least six months and be at least 16 before qualifying for a provisional license.
5. Complete Impact Texas Teen Drivers
Complete ITTD after the behind-the-wheel requirements and within 90 days before the road test.
6. Take Your Road Test
Pass the driving skills test and complete the remaining DPS requirements for the provisional license.
Ages 18–24
1. Complete the 6-Hour Adult Driver Education Course
A 6-hour Adult Driver Education course is required for first-time Texas driver license applicants ages 18–24, with limited exceptions such as certain new residents surrendering a valid out-of-state license.
2. Obtain the Appropriate Texas Driving Credential
If you need driving practice before the road test, obtain the appropriate restricted license or permit required to practice legally.
3. Practice Driving if Needed
Take behind-the-wheel lessons or practice before your road test.
4. Complete Impact Texas Adult Drivers
Complete ITAD before the driving skills test. The certificate is valid for 90 days.
5. Take Your Road Test
Bring the required DPS documents and valid Impact Texas certificate.
Age 25+
1. Driver Education Is Optional
Texas does not require a driver education course for first-time applicants age 25 or older.
2. Complete the Required DPS Application Steps
Prepare the required identity, residency, Social Security, vehicle registration/insurance information, and other applicable documentation.
3. Practice Driving if Needed
Behind-the-wheel lessons are available if you need practice before testing.
4. Complete Impact Texas Adult Drivers
ITAD is required before the driving skills test and is valid for 90 days.
5. Take Your Road Test
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