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Renew your Motorcycle License

If you need to renew your Texas motorcycle license, or if you move to Texas with a motorcycle license from another state, check the list of qualifications to confirm your eligibility and to know the documents you will need to have ready. There are three possible ways to renew your license detailed below.

3 Options to Renew:

Step 1Online or By Telephone

  1. Verify you qualify
  2. Gather what you will need​
    • Audit number from most recently issued Texas motorcycle license​
    • A printer or email address for temporary license and receipt (online only)​
    • A valid credit card​
    • The last 4 digits of your Social Security Number​
  3. Online renewal process​
  4. Telephone renewal 1-866-DL RENEW (1-866-357-3639)​

Step 2By Mail

  1. If you receive an invitation by mail, you can renew online, by telephone, or follow the mail in directions on the invitation

Step 3In person at your local Driver’s License Office

  1. Create a customized document checklist​
  2. Complete the renewal application​
  3. Make an appointment​
  4. Provide the documents from the checklist​
  5. Provide signature for the license​
  6. Provide thumbprints​
  7. Have your picture taken​
  8. Pay the fee​
  9. Pass the vision exam​