"Veteran" Driver License Designation
Free veteran designation on Texas driver license or state identification card.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Veterans of the U.S. Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy, or Texas National Guard with an honorable discharge or general discharge under honorable conditions.
Acceptable proof of service
DD-214, DD-215, NGB-22, VA disability letter, or a Texas LTC/CHL with veteran designation.
Benefit
The word "VETERAN" is printed on your Texas driver license or state ID. This can be used as proof of veteran status for discounts and services.
Cost
Free when added at original issuance, renewal, or other change to the license. If added to an existing license OUTSIDE one of those events, a duplicate-license fee applies.
How to get it
The designation must initially be added in person at a Texas DPS office (it cannot be added during online renewal alone). Once on file, it carries through future online renewals.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-04-30 against www.dps.texas.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Texas state agency before applying.
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License to Carry (LTC) Fee Waiver for Active Duty
Free License to Carry for active-duty military; $25 fee for honorably discharged veterans. Optional since Texas is now a permitless carry state — useful for out-of-state reciprocity.
Free Driver License / State ID
No fee for non-commercial driver license or state ID for Texas resident veterans rated 60%+.
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