Over 70 Drivers License Renewal
Posted : admin On 9/3/2019Drivers Age 79 or Older
Over 70 Driving Licence Renewal Reminder
The DMV started offering REAL ID driver licenses and ID cards on January 22, 2018. A field office visit is required to apply for a REAL ID. A field office visit is required to apply for a REAL ID. The information on the following pages has been developed specifically for senior drivers. Drivers Age 79 or Older. In addition to the regular driver license renewal requirements, if you are 79 years of age or older you will be required to renew your driver license in-person at your local driver license office. During your renewal: You will be required to successfully pass a vision test, and A driver license. If you are aged 70 or over, you can renew your driving licence for free. Any required eyesight tests or medical examinations are not free of charge. Your mental and/or physical condition or your inability to follow traffic laws and rules regardless of age determines whether your license is renewed, restricted, suspended, or revoked. All customers age 70 or older must renew their driver license in person at a DMV office. Driver License Renewal. Vision Tests. Written Tests. Driving Tests.
In addition to the regular driver license renewal requirements, if you are 79 years of age or older you will be required to renew your driver license in-person at your local driver license office. During your renewal:
- You will be required to successfully pass a vision test, and
- A driver license office representative (CSR) will evaluate your responses provided at the time of your renewal regarding your medical history to determine if any additional testing is required*.
The Department does not have different licensing standards due to age, however it is our responsibility to ensure all licensed drivers are in good physical and medical condition, have the ability to operate a motor vehicle safely, and can follow all Texas traffic laws and rules. You will only be required to take a driving test or obtain additional information from your physician if, after being evaluated, it is determined that you may not be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. You can read more about this process on the Texas Medical Evaluation Process for Driver Licensing page.
You may want to practice your driving skills by taking a driver course developed for older drivers. Several organizations provide free seminars and other assessment tools to help you evaluate your driving skills, including:
*This information is collected and reviewed during the renewal process in accordance to Texas Transportation Code §§521.1425(a), 521.142(e).
Renewals
The 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 | Applicable 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 |
Statutory Authority
You may find more information on laws that apply to drivers 79 years of age and older in the Texas Transportation Code, Sections 521.274 and 521.2711.
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