Yes, you can change your address online through the Texas Department of Public Safety website

Texas lets you update your driver's license address without visiting a DPS office, as long as you meet a few conditions. You can do it on the DPS website using your license number, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number. The process takes about 10 minutes and costs nothing.

The catch: this online method only works if your license is not expired and you have not had any address changes in the past 60 days. If either of those things is true, you will need to visit a DPS office in person or renew your license by mail.

Once you submit the change online, your updated license will be mailed to your new address within 7 to 10 business days. You do not get a new physical card — the address on your current license is what changes.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Texas driver's license address online at the DPS website if your license is current and you have not changed your address in the past 60 days.
  • The online change costs nothing and takes about 10 minutes, but you will receive a new card in the mail rather than an when ready update.
  • If your license is expired or you changed your address within the last 60 days, you must visit a DPS office or renew by mail instead.
  • You will need your driver's license number, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number to complete the online change.

What you need before you start the online change

Gather these four pieces of information before you go to the DPS website. You cannot complete the change without them: your Texas driver's license number, your date of birth, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and your new address.

Have your new address written down exactly as you want it to appear on your license. The DPS will print what you enter, so check for spelling and apartment or unit numbers. If you are moving to a rural area without a street address, you may need to use a rural route number or a PO box instead — the DPS website will tell you if your address format is not accepted.

Step-by-step: changing your address online

Go to the Texas DPS website and look for the "Change of Address" option under driver's license services. Click it and select "Online Change of Address." You will be taken to a form that asks for your license number, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number.

Enter your new address in the fields provided. Double-check every line — the address you type is the address that will print on your new card. Once you submit, you will see a confirmation number on the screen. Write it down or take a screenshot. The DPS will send a confirmation email to the address on file with your license, so check your email (including spam) within a few hours.

Your new license card will arrive by mail within 7 to 10 business days. Your old card is still valid until it expires, but the address on it will be outdated. You do not need to do anything else — just wait for the new card.

When you cannot use the online method

If your license is expired, the online change will not work. You will need to renew your license at the same time you change your address. You can do this by mail using Form DL-43 (Renewal process), or you can visit a DPS office in person.

If you have changed your address within the past 60 days, the system will reject your online request. This is a security measure to prevent fraud. You must wait until 60 days have passed since your last address change, or visit a DPS office to make the change in person.

If you are moving out of Texas or changing your address to a PO box as your primary residence, you cannot use the online method. You will need to visit a DPS office or renew your license by mail and update your address at the same time.

What happens after you submit your change

The DPS processes online address changes in the order they are received. Most changes are processed within 24 hours, though it can take up to 3 business days during busy periods. Your new card is then printed and mailed to your new address.

You should receive your new card within 7 to 10 business days of submission. If you do not receive it after 10 business days, contact the DPS using your confirmation number. They can tell you whether the card was mailed and provide a tracking status if available.

Until your new card arrives, your old license is still valid for identification and driving. The address on it will be outdated, but that does not affect its legal status. Once the new card arrives, keep the old one in a safe place or destroy it — do not carry both.

Renewing your license and changing your address at the same time

If your license is expiring soon and you are moving, you can handle both the renewal and the address change together. You can renew by mail using Form DL-43 and include your new address on the form. This takes longer than the online address-only change — usually 4 to 6 weeks — but it solves both problems in one step.

Alternatively, you can renew online through the DPS website if you are not changing your address, then use the address-change method described above once your renewal is complete. This is faster if you need your new card quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to change my address if I move?

Texas law requires you to notify the DPS of a change of address within 30 days of moving. Driving with an outdated address on your license is not illegal, but it can cause problems with traffic stops, insurance claims, and vehicle registration. It is simpler to update it right away.

Will I get a new card or just an updated one?

You will receive a new physical card in the mail with your updated address printed on it. Your old card becomes invalid once the new one arrives. The DPS will not send you a letter or notice — the new card itself is your confirmation that the change went through.

What if I entered my address wrong?

If you catch the mistake before your new card arrives, contact the DPS when ready with your confirmation number. They may be able to stop the card and reissue it with the correct address. If the card has already been mailed, you will need to request a correction once it arrives, which may require a visit to a DPS office.

Can I change my address if I have an outstanding ticket or fine?

Outstanding tickets or fines do not prevent you from changing your address online. However, the DPS may use your updated address to contact you about unpaid violations, so updating your address actually helps may support you receive notices.

How much does it cost to change my address online?

There is no fee to change your address online. The DPS covers the cost of printing and mailing your new card as part of the address-change service.