Twotoes Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 I have been told many different facts about getting a drivers license and registration for my truck and fifth wheel in TX. If I use Escapees mail forwarding service as my TX address can I do everything by mail? I have been told that I must physically be in TX to get the drivers license and also that my vehicles need to be physically in TX to be inspected. Also, how long is the drivers license valid (4 years, 5 years?) and can I renew by mail, and can I renew the registrations by mail or do I need to have them inspected each year? 2015 Itasca Ellipse 42QD 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon Hard Rock Edition 2021 Harley Street Glide Special Fulltimer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXiceman Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 https://www.escapees.com/Resources/TexasStateInfo/StateInfo.aspx Check the Escapeers site on what it takes to become a Texas. Ken Amateur radio operator, 2023 Cougar 22MLS, 2022 F150 Lariat 4x4 Off Road, Sport trim <br />Travel with 1 miniature schnauzer, 1 standard schnauzer and one African Gray parrot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbaraok Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 I have been told many different facts about getting a drivers license and registration for my truck and fifth wheel in TX. If I use Escapees mail forwarding service as my TX address can I do everything by mail? I have been told that I must physically be in TX to get the drivers license and also that my vehicles need to be physically in TX to be inspected. Also, how long is the drivers license valid (4 years, 5 years?) and can I renew by mail, and can I renew the registrations by mail or do I need to have them inspected each year? Yes, you have to go to Texas to get your driver's license, and if you take your rig you will need to get it inspected. To determine what type of DL you need follow this: Is the Vehicle a Motorhome or Truck? Motorhome …… Is the GVWR > 26,000#? ………….Yes, do you pull a car/trailer >10,000#? ……………...Yes , Class A ………………No , Class B ………….No, do you pull a car/trailer >10,000#? ………………Yes, Class A ………………No, Class C Truck/Trailer Combo …..Is the GCWR > 26,000# …………Yes, Is the trailer > 10,000#? ………………Yes, Class A ………………No, Class C All DLs are good for 6 years and the Class C can be renewed online once. So every 12 years you have to go back to get a new picture taken, etc. Class A and B can be renewed by mail, there is a special form you have to fill out for that, have it notarized, and then mail in. Barb Barb & Dave O'Keeffe 2002 Alpine 36 MDDS (Figment II), 2018 Ford C-Max HYBRID Blog: http://www.barbanddave.net SPK# 90761 FMCA #F337834 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaH Posted November 19, 2014 Report Share Posted November 19, 2014 I have been told that I must physically be in TX to get the drivers license I don't know of any state where you can get your initial driver's license by mail. LindaH 2014 Winnebago Aspect 27K 2011 Kia Soul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted November 20, 2014 Report Share Posted November 20, 2014 Since the changes made as a result of 9/11, all states are adhering to pretty much the same requirements for getting a driver's license. It is also pretty standard that you can renew by mail or internet every other time, with a new photo and eye exam on the alternate renewal. In TX the license is good for 6 years so you need to go there every 12 years. Vehicle inspections are needed when you first register and each year after that if you are in TX and within 3 days of your return to TX if you are out of state when renewal is due. Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXiceman Posted November 20, 2014 Report Share Posted November 20, 2014 And trailers over 4500# need to be safety inspected yearly. Ken Amateur radio operator, 2023 Cougar 22MLS, 2022 F150 Lariat 4x4 Off Road, Sport trim <br />Travel with 1 miniature schnauzer, 1 standard schnauzer and one African Gray parrot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pugsly Posted November 20, 2014 Report Share Posted November 20, 2014 Since the changes made as a result of 9/11, all states are adhering to pretty much the same requirements for getting a driver's license. It is also pretty standard that you can renew by mail or internet every other time, with a new photo and eye exam on the alternate renewal. In TX the license is good for 6 years so you need to go there every 12 years. Vehicle inspections are needed when you first register and each year after that if you are in TX and within 3 days of your return to TX if you are out of state when renewal is due. The vehicle inspection requirement must be a change. I have a truck registered in TX that has never been in the state - but it was registered quite a long time ago (2006 or so) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soos Posted November 20, 2014 Report Share Posted November 20, 2014 The vehicle inspection requirement must be a change. I have a truck registered in TX that has never been in the state - but it was registered quite a long time ago (2006 or so)The key is "IF you are in the state" you need to get a vehicle inspection. That is true when you initially register the vehicle in TX as well. If the vehicle is not in the state you are not required to bring it there to get it inspected. IF and when you DO bring it to the state, you will need to get the vehicle inspection done. Sue Sue and Paul- fulltimed 2009 -2015 with Dozer, our Gray Tuxedo cat 2012 DRV Mobile Suites 36TKSB4 pulled by a 2020 F350 Platinum Our "vacation home" : 2018 Arctic Fox 1150 truck camper RIP Dozey http://soos-ontheroad.blogspot.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pugsly Posted November 20, 2014 Report Share Posted November 20, 2014 The key is "IF you are in the state" you need to get a vehicle inspection. That is true when you initially register the vehicle in TX as well. If the vehicle is not in the state you are not required to bring it there to get it inspected. IF and when you DO bring it to the state, you will need to get the vehicle inspection done. Sue Ah gotcha, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted November 20, 2014 Report Share Posted November 20, 2014 Ah gotcha, thanks! And yes, the law has changed, becoming effective on March 15, 2015. There has been a great deal about those changes here on the forums. Texas Vehicle Inspections Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kakampers Posted May 26, 2015 Report Share Posted May 26, 2015 We are considering switching our residency to TX...I know of several people who had to take their rig to the DMV when registering...is this just for inspection or was their a driving test involved? 38FT Heartland Bighorn 3600RL SKP#88550 05' Kodiak 4500 w/air ride Full Time Graduation Rally - Quartsite Jan. '06 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirakawa Posted May 26, 2015 Report Share Posted May 26, 2015 We are considering switching our residency to TX...I know of several people who had to take their rig to the DMV when registering...is this just for inspection or was their a driving test involved? Where specifically did they have to take their vehicle, to the DPS office, the county tax assessor collector, a private inspection station? Everybody wanna hear the truth, but everybody tell a lie. Everybody wanna go to Heaven, but nobody want to die. Albert King Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kakampers Posted May 26, 2015 Report Share Posted May 26, 2015 Not sure...just got some clarification from Jack Mayer. Any truck and trailer that has a combined GVWR of more than 26k, the driver is legally supposed to have a class A license which requires a driving test with the rig. Ours is 29,250 (truck 13k and trailer 16,250) so to stay legal we need the class A license...now just need to find out what the test involves and where?? Anyone have the answers?? 38FT Heartland Bighorn 3600RL SKP#88550 05' Kodiak 4500 w/air ride Full Time Graduation Rally - Quartsite Jan. '06 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soos Posted May 26, 2015 Report Share Posted May 26, 2015 here is the answer if you go to Livingston http://www.rvnetwork.com/index.php?showtopic=117507&hl=%2Broad+%2Btest#entry772375 Sue and Paul- fulltimed 2009 -2015 with Dozer, our Gray Tuxedo cat 2012 DRV Mobile Suites 36TKSB4 pulled by a 2020 F350 Platinum Our "vacation home" : 2018 Arctic Fox 1150 truck camper RIP Dozey http://soos-ontheroad.blogspot.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lavinmh Posted May 27, 2015 Report Share Posted May 27, 2015 We are considering switching our residency to TX...I know of several people who had to take their rig to the DMV when registering...is this just for inspection or was their a driving test involved? When we registered ours we were asked for a picture, We were lucky because when we bought it the dealer took our picture in front of the motorhome and dh had it in his wallet. Just take a picture and bring it with you. Not sure why they do it. Linda and Ed Lavinlavinmh@yahoo.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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