rbdaves Posted February 11, 2017 Report Share Posted February 11, 2017 I have already tried to post this question, but it seems to have disappeared, so here goes again Due to my age, I am no longer able to renew my driver's license online or by mail and have to show up in person at a Texas DMV location. I have questions as to what I should do to prepare. Will there be a driving test? Will there be a written test? Where might I find Texas state laws that I need to know in order to pass a test? We are going to El Paso in late Feb. Is it necessary or advisable to make an appointment? If I just show up at an El Paso DMV should I expect a long wait? Thanks in advance. Ron Daves #37406 Located in So. Cal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbaraok Posted February 12, 2017 Report Share Posted February 12, 2017 Everything you need to know is at https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/ApplyforLicense.htm plus phone numbers to call for help. For El Paso: http://www.dps.texas.gov/administration/driver_licensing_control/rolodex/searchresults.asp Barb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2gypsies Posted February 12, 2017 Report Share Posted February 12, 2017 According to this site you'll need to complete the renewal application, vision test, update photo, verify SSN, identity and citizenship. There are links to more info on these topics. We did ours at the far NW office - got there early and a reasonable amount of wait. https://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/renewal.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 Drivers Age 79 or OlderIn addition to the regular driver license renewal requirements, individuals 79 years of age or older must meet extra requirements to renew their license.RenewalsThe following requirements only apply to driver licenses and commercial driver licenses. (Motorcycle fees do not change.)Age Group Special Instructions Expiration Renewal Fee 79 – 84: Must always renew in person 6 Years Regular fee 85 or older Must always renew in person On the individual’s second birthday after the previous expiration date. Reduced fee for driver license or CDL only Driving and Vision TestsCustomer Service Representatives (CSR) must conduct a basic medical evaluation on everyone who applies for a driver license. Individuals will only have to take a driving test if after being evaluated it is determined they may not be able to safely operate a vehicle. Read more about the medical evaluation process. Individuals 79 years of age or older must take a vision test. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbaraok Posted February 13, 2017 Report Share Posted February 13, 2017 If you have any eye problems (like retinal problems) you can get the form online and take it to your ophthalmologist and have it filled out indicating the limits of correction have been reached. We do that for Dave, makes it easier since he has only partial vision in one eye that can't be determined using the little 'test' machines they have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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