The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is extending the REAL ID full enforcement date by 19 months, from October 1, 2021 to May 3, 2023, due to circumstances resulting from the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Commercial driver license (CDL) and commercial learner permit (CLP) expiration dates have been extended by FMCSA until November 30, 2021, as long as they were not expired prior to March 1st, 2020. Medical certificate and variance expiration dates have been extended until November 30, 2021, as long as they were not expired prior to June 1, 2021.
DPS and tag agents are now offering eight (8) year driver licenses and identification cards. Fees are double the four (4) year option.
Subchapter 1 - Procedures for Obtaining and Maintaining a Driver License or Identification Card
Subchapter 5 - Medical Aspects
Subchapter 9 - Certified Schools and Designated Examiners [Revoked]
Subchapter 11 - Certified Schools and Designated Class D Examiners
