Only actual customers will be allowed into DL offices. The following safety measures will be in place as DL offices reopen:Īll staff members and customers who are taking a driving test will be required to wear face masks or facial coverings.Įvery person (staff members and customers) will be screened for symptoms prior to coming into a DL office this includes having their temperature checked.Ĭustomers may be asked to reschedule their appointment if they do not pass the safety screening. In an emailed advisory, the Texas Department of Public Safety wrote that as appointments become available throughout the phased reopening plan, customers will be able to book appointments through DPS’ website at They also provided further details:ĭPS is taking extensive measures to limit the spread of COVID-19 and ensure customers and staff are as safe as possible during DL transactions.
Extension for expiration dates will remain in effect until phase 4 is implemented. DPS will announce details on this phase at a later date. Phase 4 will allow customers to schedule an appointment for all DL office transactions anywhere in the state and is expected to begin midsummer. Customers who currently do not possess a Texas DL, CDL, learner permit or ID card, as well those who are in need of a drive test, can begin scheduling appointments in these two regions on May 29 at 1 p.m. Phase 3: Offices in DPS’ North and Southeast Texas regions will reopen with limited services beginning June 3, 2020. Customers who currently do not possess a Texas DL, CDL, learner permit or ID card, as well those who are in need of a drive test, can begin scheduling appointments in these two regions on May 26 at 1 p.m. Phase 2: Offices in DPS’ South and Central Texas regions will reopen with limited services beginning May 29, 2020. Customers who currently do not possess a Texas DL, CDL, learner permit or ID card, as well those who are in need of a drive test, can begin scheduling appointments in these two regions on May 22 at 1 p.m. Phase 1: Offices in DPS’ Northwest and West Texas regions will reopen with limited services beginning May 26, 2020.