If you’re 18-24 years old, you will apply for a Texas permit. Getting a permit is a great way to work on your skills under the supervision of a licensed driver (age 21 or older) before you take the driving test. But if you’d prefer to practice driving before taking your driving exam, you can get a permit first. You can choose to skip straight to the driving exam and apply for your regular driver license.
Note: Driving permits are OPTIONAL for new drivers age 18 and older in Texas. You need to fill it out and get it signed by somebody at your school’s administrative office.* If you are not in high school but are getting your GED instead, you'll need to bring the form to your GED program's office and get them to sign as the administrator.
Verification of Enrollment (VOE): This paperwork proves that you are currently attending school and your grades and attendance are in good standing.Proof of identity and lawful US presence or citizenship: valid US passport, birth certificate, or US certificate of citizenship or naturalization.Proof of Texas residency (Parent Instructor must bring two forms of proof): deed, mortgage statement, valid and unexpired Texas voter registration card, utility bills, etc.(Read more about instructor eligibility.)
This form is not applicable if your instructor meets the regular requirements.
Parent Taught Driver Education Instructor Designation Form: you only need to print, complete this form, and bring it with you to the DPS if your parent/legal guardian is not an eligible instructor and designates another individual instead.