How much is a replacement Texas driver's license?

Verified August 30, 2026: $11. Texas DPS lists replacement/change of a driver license at $11.

Can I get REAL ID during a replacement in Texas?

Texas issues REAL ID-compliant driver licenses to eligible applicants and does not list a separate REAL ID surcharge for the standard DL transaction.

DMV Guide · Texas · Verified August 2026

How to Replace a Lost or Stolen Texas Driver's License in 2026

Verified August 30, 2026: the current Texas replacement/duplicate driver-license fee is $11. Eligible drivers can replace/change online; record or document issues can require an office. This guide links directly to Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and avoids generic delivery or document claims that vary by state.

Replacement fee: $11Renewal fee: $33 ages 18–84; $9 age 85+Last verified: August 30, 2026

Renewal REAL ID Replacement

Official source · verified August 30, 2026

Use the official replacement source: Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Fees, eligibility and accepted documents can change; confirm the official page before paying or submitting documents. DMVVerify does not process DMV transactions.

A Texas driver-license replacement (duplicate license) is used when a credential is lost, stolen or damaged. The current verified replacement fee/rule is $11. Texas DPS lists replacement/change of a driver license at $11. If your license is near expiration or you need a credential-type/name change, confirm whether renewal, correction or REAL ID is the correct transaction before paying.

How to Replace Your Texas Driver's License: Step-by-Step

Eligible drivers can replace/change online; record or document issues can require an office.

1. Confirm you need a replacement

Use the duplicate/replacement process for a lost, stolen, damaged or otherwise unusable credential. A legal-name, address, class or REAL ID change can require a different transaction.

2. Use the official eligibility check

Go to Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Online replacement is not universal; the state system determines whether your record qualifies.

3. Provide the state-required identity/account information

Follow the official prompts or office instructions. Do not assume the same identity documents are required for every replacement.

4. Pay the current replacement fee

The verified replacement/duplicate fee is $11. Texas DPS lists replacement/change of a driver license at $11.

5. Keep the receipt/temporary credential

Texas DPS card delivery varies; use the online status tool/transaction confirmation.

Texas Driver's License Replacement Fee 2026

Current verified replacement/duplicate fee: $11. Texas DPS lists replacement/change of a driver license at $11.

Transaction	Current fee / rule
Replacement / duplicate	$11
Regular renewal	$33 ages 18–84; $9 age 85+
REAL ID / compliant credential	No separate REAL ID surcharge; standard Texas DL fee applies

Verified August 30, 2026 against Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Convenience, local, late or special-service fees can be additional where applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions: Texas License Replacement

How much is a replacement Texas driver's license?: $11. Texas DPS lists replacement/change of a driver license at $11.
Can I replace my license online?: Eligible drivers can replace/change online; record or document issues can require an office.
What documents do I need?: The answer depends on your record and whether you are also changing name, address, lawful status or credential type. Follow Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)'s current replacement instructions.
How long will the new license take?: Texas DPS card delivery varies; use the online status tool/transaction confirmation.
Can I get or upgrade to REAL ID during replacement?: Texas issues REAL ID-compliant driver licenses to eligible applicants and does not list a separate REAL ID surcharge for the standard DL transaction. If you are changing credential type, follow the official REAL ID page because the fee and document requirements can differ from a simple duplicate.