DRIVERS have been encouraged to switch over to a new system to assist with auto-related issues.
Those who wish to renew their driver’s license must schedule an appointment through an online assistant.
Texas officials announced Texas by Texas (or TxT for short) — a personal, portable government assistant from Texas.gov that aims to simplify a driver‘s to-do list.
“TxT is your account for Texas government and an official way to handle your Texas to-dos like driver license/ID renewal and replacement, vehicle registration renewal, and more,” the state website reads.
“Once you create your account with a Texas driver license or ID, TxT takes charge by keeping track of your upcoming deadlines, reminding you when it’s time to take action, and letting you wrap up transactions in just a few clicks.”
“It’s government just the way you want it – powerful, personalized, and in your pocket,” it continued.
To create a TxT account, drivers will need a personal email address, mobile phone number, current Texas driver’s license or ID, and Social Security number.
Minors, between the ages of 16 and 18, are allowed to create a TxT account as long as they can provide the necessary information.
The legacy driver license renewal application through the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will no longer be available as of May 31, 2025.
The state urged drivers who have an account to personalize their TxT profile by setting up notification preferences and adding payment methods.
The TxT is also programmed to send proactive emails and text reminders about important dates if listed on the online portal.
Currently, TxT is set up to assist with driver license/ID/CDL renewal, replacement, or address change, driver license upgrade, vehicle registration renewal, massage therapist and massage instructor license renewal, boat registration renewals, lost decal replacements, and replacement/additional ID card orders.
One driver found it difficult to navigate the new online system, claiming there weren’t clear instructions on how to set up a license renewal.
“I logged into txt.texas.gov, and wanted to renew my license. My license expires in about a month and wanted to get on it now,” they wrote on a subreddit.
“Replacing seems wrong, and if i attempt to make an appointment, it’s months after my expiration date.”
Others replied to the dire question, saying the driver might be better off attending an in-person appointment despite the new online system.
How to prepare for the DMV
Here are some ways to streamline your DMV experience:
Check the DMV website for your state to see if the task can be done completely online. Many processes can now be done online, like renewing a vehicle’s registration or changing an address. Otherwise, several processes can be started online and finished at an in-person location, like renewing a driver’s license. Schedule an appointment. While walk-ins are available at all locations, having an appointment time can help reduce frustrating wait times. Check the DMV’s website to ensure you have all the necessary forms for the task. Get there early. Since many people prefer to try and tackle simple tasks on their lunch breaks or days off, showing up early can mean you’re only one of a few. Eat before you go or bring a snack. Since wait times can exceed expectations, bring some form of sustenance. Be positive. The process is temporary.One person noted that they’ve had luck refreshing the online portal early in the week to secure an appointment.
“Your best bet for getting an appt sooner than later is to use the refresh method — refreshing your browser page however often.”
“Get in the online scheduler from 7:15am-8:00am on a weekday. They drop in cancelled appts that are available once again. Note, I’m quite certain that you can’t book an appt if you already have one scheduled. So you may need to cancel any you have for months out.”
“Also be prepared to search for more rural DPS locations a little farther from home (up to an hour away),” they added.
Another driver said it’s a gamble whether the new system works.
“Sometimes you can do it online and sometimes you can’t. If you can’t, I’d make an appointment and either print out the appointment slip for in case you get pulled over,” they noted.
“If you didn’t want to wait, you can always show up in line at a place and try to get it renewed before the appointment date.”
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