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What do I do if I lose my Texas driver's license?

Replacing a lost Texas driver's license is surprisingly easy. You can obtain a replacement at a driver's license office.

How do I replace my lost driver’s license in Texas?

If you misplace your wallet and license while out on the town or while traveling, you should request a Texas driver’s license replacement as soon as possible. As we mentioned above, if you’re discovered driving without a valid license in Texas, you’ll face harsh legal repercussions.

There are two ways to replace a Texas driver’s license. For a relatively low cost of $11, you can obtain a new license online or at a driver’s licensing office.

How to replace a lost Texas driver’s license online

As per the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), you can obtain a replacement for a Texas driver’s license online. What you’ll need are:

• The number on your driver’s license or ID card
• Your birth date
• Social Security numbers’ last four digits
• Most recently issued card’s audit number.
• Don’t worry if you don’t have the audit number! You can still replace your card online if you have the following verification information:
• Your given name and surname (as they appear on your most recent license or ID)
• Your postal address (as it appears on your most recent license or ID)
• Four security questions and answers

You should get your new license within 45 days of completing this process and paying the $11 replacement charge. Make sure you have a printer handy so you can print your temporary driver’s license, which is valid for 60 days!

How to replace a lost Texas driver’s license in person at the DPS

Let’s say you don’t have all the information you need to renew your Texas driver’s license online or you prefer to do things face-to-face. Follow this easy seven-step procedure to replace a Texas driver’s license at the DPS.

1. Before you go there, complete the driver’s license application.
2. Make an appointment with a licensing authority in your area.
3. Submit your application and identity verification.
4. Present proof of citizenship (or legal presence) and your Social Security number.
5. Leave your fingerprint.
6. Have your photo taken.
7. Pay the replacement price of $11.

And that’s the end of it! Following these procedures, you should be able to obtain a temporary driving license valid for 60 days. Then, within 45 days, your new license will arrive in the mail.

How do I report a lost driver’s license in Texas?

After losing or having your license stolen, the first step is to notify your local TX Police Department. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) requires you to notify your local police department that your license has been lost or stolen. You can utilize the police report to seek a new license or ID number further to secure your identity, rather than a duplicate license.