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Ready to get driving? Make sure you meet all the eligibility requirements first!
To acquire your drivers license in the state of Texas, you must be 16 years or older.
You cannot test the same day as your LOFS date. The LOFS date listed on the back of your permit must be dated before the date of the test. The permit must be held through midnight of this date.
(LOFS: License Operator Front Seat)
This cannot be a fee receipt, it will need to have your photo and restrictions on it.
In order to acquire your license you must complete 32 hours of driving theory.
In order to acquire your license you must complete 7 hours of driving and 7 hours observing peers.
On the DE-964 certificate, there is a space for the individual to sign who observed your 30 hour practice driving. If they are not the parent bringing you for the test, make sure it is signed before you come in.
The DE-964 must be the original certificate. If you took the theory with one course provider and the behind the wheel with another provider, you must have two DE-964 certificates. If you took both the theory and behind the wheel with the same provider, you will only need one certificate.
This certificate must be dated after the completion of the course and within 90 days of your test date.
Even if you are over 18 and completed the minors drivers ed. course.
If you plan on going to the DPS immediately after your test, make sure you have your 30 hour log and VOE (Verification of enrollment) form or high school diploma if you are under the age of 18
*NOTE: If you have already processed your paperwork at the Texas DPS, you will only need to bring your learner’s permit and the receipt from the DPS.
Whether you take your DPS Authorized Road Test with Austin Driving School or wait for an appointment at the DPS, you will need to complete the IMPACT Texas Teen Two Hour Course.
The IMPACT Texas Teen Drivers (ITTD) was developed by the Department of Public Safety with the goal of saving lives through awareness and education. The ITTD brings awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and enforces that safe driving is built upon mindful choices and habits. Remember to put away the distractions in the car and drive safely!
If you are between 18 and 24 and completed a minors drivers education course (DE-964 Certificate), you will be required to complete the 2hour IMPACT Texas Teens Drivers Education Course and must bring a parent or guardian for the driving test.
Have you met all of the eligibility requirements and are now ready to get your license? Schedule today to take your DPS Authorized Road Test with Austin Driving School!
