Vehicle Requirements for New Residents

If you are a new resident and own a motor vehicle, you are required by state law to get a Texas vehicle inspection, vehicle title/registration and driver license. You must follow these steps within 30 days of moving to Texas to operate your vehicle legally.

• Step 1: Get a Vehicle Inspection
• Step 2: Apply for Texas Vehicle Title/Registration
• Step 3: Apply for a Texas Driver License

Related Links

• New Residents Brochure [pdf, 12 pages, 4.59mb]
• Vehicle Titles and Registration FAQs
• Put Texas in your corner®