In January 2026, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) released two additional resource guides to support dealers and county tax offices in determining accurate vehicle information during title and registration processing.

Vehicle Weight Verification Guidelines – Assists in identifying and entering accurate vehicle weights when processing transactions using a Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (MCO), a Texas Title, or an Out-of-State (OOS) Title. This also includes guidance on rounding weights, determining computed empty weight, calculating carrying capacity, and referencing acceptable sources when weight information is missing.

Title & Registration Class Flowchart – Provides step-by-step guidance to determine the correct vehicle class based on the vehicle’s characteristics and intended use. The flowchart also includes general guidelines to assist in selecting the appropriate registration class once the vehicle class is identified.

Vehicle Weight Verification Guidelines​ &​ Title and Registration Flowchart​ Training has been created based on these resource guides to provide additional assistance with this process.

Please use the links below to register for the upcoming live webinars. These events can also be found on our TxDMV calendar. 

• Vehicle Weight & Registration Class Dealer Training on Wednesday April 22, 2026, from 2:00 PM CDT to 3:00 PM CDT at:
  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7699436180439242840

• Vehicle Weight & Registration Class Dealer Training (Spanish) on Thursday April 23, 2026, from 10:00 AM CDT to 11:00 AM CDT at:
  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6314360492807808089

• Vehicle Weight & Registration Class Dealer Training on Thursday April 23, 2026, from 2:00 PM CDT to 3:00 PM CDT at:
  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5293005449470097493

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

We appreciate your continued partnership and commitment to accurate title and registration processing.

Thank you,

Annette Quintero, Director
Vehicle Titles and Registration Division
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles

If you have any questions, please contact your local Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Regional Service Center.

En Enero 2026, el Departamento de Vehículos Motorizados de Texas (TxDMV) publico dos guías de recursos adicionales para apoyar a los concesionarios y a las oficinas de impuestos del condado en la determinación de información vehicular precisa durante el procesamiento de títulos y registros.

Guía de Verificación de Peso del Vehículo – Ayuda a identificar e ingresar pesos de vehiculos precisos al procesar transacciones que utilizan un Certificado de Origen del Fabricante (MCO), un Título de Texas o un Título de Otro Estado (OOS). Esta guía también incluye orientación sobre el redondeo de pesos, la determinación del peso vacío calculado, el cálculo de la capacidad de carga y la referencia a fuentes aceptables cuando falta información de peso.

Flujo de Trabajo de Clase de Título y Registro– Proporciona orientación paso a paso para determinar la clase correcta del vehículo según sus características y el uso previsto. El diagrama de flujo también incluye pautas generales para ayudar a seleccionar la clase de registro correspondiente una vez identificada la clase del vehículo.

Una capacitación se ha creado basada en estas guías de recursos para proporcionar asistencia adicional con este proceso.

Por favor, regístrese utilizando los enlaces que se indican a continuación. Estos eventos también están disponibles en nuestro calendario de TxDMV.

• Vehicle Weight & Registration Class Dealer Training on Wednesday April 22, 2026, from 2:00 PM CDT to 3:00 PM CDT at:
  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7699436180439242840
• Capacitación para Concesionarios sobre clases de peso y registro de vehículos (Español) el Jueves, 23 de Abril de 2026, de 10:00 AM CDT a 11:00 AM CDT:
  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6314360492807808089
• Vehicle Weight & Registration Class Dealer Training on Thursday April 23, 2026, from 2:00 PM CDT to 3:00 PM CDT at:
  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5293005449470097493

Después de registrarse, recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación que incluirá información sobre cómo unirse al webinar de capacitation.

Agradecemos su colaboración continua y su compromiso con el procesamiento preciso de títulos y registros.

Gracias,

Annette Quintero, Directora
División de Registro y Títulos de Vehículos del
El Departamento de Vehículos Motorizados de Texas (TxDMV)

Si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor contacte el Centro Regional de Servicio del Departamento de Vehículos de Motor de Texas de su localidad. 

Texas Department of Motor Vehicles
Board Meeting
Thursday, April 9, 2026 – 9:00 AM

The physical location of the meeting will be in the Lone Star Conference Room of Building 1, 4000 Jackson Avenue, Austin, Texas 78731

Link to Meeting Agenda

TxDMV board, committee, advisory committee meetings, and hearings are open to the public. Visit the TxDMV Board and Other Public Meetings page for meeting agendas, materials, public comment registration form, and transcripts here: https://www.txdmv.gov/about-us/TxDMV-board-meetings.

If you would like to comment on an agenda item, you must complete a speaker’s form at the registration table or send an email to GCO_General@TxDMV.gov to register by providing the required information:

1. a completed Public Comment Registration Form; or
2. the following information:
   • the agenda item you wish to comment on;
   • your name;
   • your address (optional), including your city, state, and zip code; and
   • who you are representing.

Public comment will only be accepted in person. Each speaker will be limited to three minutes, and time allotted to one speaker may not be reassigned to another speaker. Organizations, associations, or groups are encouraged to present their commonly held views or similar comments through a representative member when possible.

Texas Department of Motor Vehicles
Projects and Operations Committee Meeting
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 – 2:00 PM

The physical location of the meeting will be in the Lone Star Conference Room of Building 1, 4000 Jackson Avenue, Austin, Texas 78731

Link to Meeting Agenda

TxDMV board, committee, advisory committee meetings, and hearings are open to the public. Visit the TxDMV Board and Other Public Meetings page for meeting agendas, materials, public comment registration form, and transcripts here: https://www.txdmv.gov/about-us/TxDMV-board-meetings.

If you would like to comment on an agenda item, you must complete a speaker’s form at the registration table or send an email to GCO_General@TxDMV.gov to register by providing the required information:

1. a completed Public Comment Registration Form; or
2. the following information:
   • the agenda item you wish to comment on;
   • your name;
   • your address (optional), including your city, state, and zip code; and
   • who you are representing.

Public comment will only be accepted in person. Each speaker will be limited to three minutes, and time allotted to one speaker may not be reassigned to another speaker. Organizations, associations, or groups are encouraged to present their commonly held views or similar comments through a representative member when possible.

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles strives to provide premier customer service. To help us on our path of continuous improvement, the department would appreciate your feedback through a brief online survey that will take approximately four (4) minutes. Your anonymous input will also be incorporated into a report submitted to the Texas State Legislature in June 2026.

We truly appreciate your time and willingness to complete this survey. This link will be available through Friday, April 10, 2026. For more information about TxDMV, please visit www.TxDMV.gov.

Texas Department of Motor Vehicles Customer Satisfaction Survey 2026

El Departamento de Vehículos Motorizados de Texas (TxDMV) está ofreciendo webinars de capacitación adicionales sobre los “Requisitos de Identificación para el Registro,” que incluyen actualizaciones con ejemplos de identificación para mejorar la claridad.

Por favor, regístrese utilizando los enlaces que se indican a continuación. Estos eventos también se pueden encontrar en nuestro calendario de TxDMV.

• “Registration ID Requirements” – Dealer Training on Mar 25, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM CDT at:
  • https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5787001730462791257  

• “Registration ID Requirements” – Dealer Training on Mar 25, 2026 from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM CDT:
  • https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5143656586330176864  

• Capacitación para Concesionarios sobre los Requisitos de Identificación para el Registro (en español) el Mar 26, 2026 de 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM CDT:
  • https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7806026136454906461 

• “Registration ID Requirements” – Dealer Training on Mar 26, 2026 from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM CDT:
  • https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9116010678066287446  

En caso de no poder asistir a uno de los webinars en vivo, la capacitación sobre “Requisitos de Identificación para el Registro” se encuentra disponible bajo demanda 24 horas del día, 7 días de la semana, para que pueda consultarla en el momento que le resulte más conveniente.

Paso 1: Registrarse en https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8099149338913455451 (Inglés)

Paso 2: Recibe un correo electrónico de confirmación y accede inmediatamente al contenido grabado de la formación.

Paso 3: Observe el entrenamiento a su ritmo.  

Los vídeos grabados de formación también están disponibles en nuestra página de web.   

Esperamos que esta formación proporcione información y recursos para apoyar las operaciones de su negocio.

Gracias,

Annette Quintero, Directora
División de Registro y Títulos de Vehículos del
El Departamento de Vehículos Motorizados de Texas (TxDMV)

Si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor contacte con el Centro Regional de Servicio del Departamento de Vehículos de Motor de Texas de su localidad.

The information below is to provide clear guidance on the new identification (ID) requirements. We are issuing the following clarification in response to recent questions regarding acceptable ID for individuals applying for standard initial vehicle registration. This information is intended to support consistent application of the rule and ensure uniform understanding across all stakeholders. 

Summary for County Tax Offices and Dealers:

A valid, unexpired driver’s license or state ID issued by a state that requires proof of legal presence is acceptable, including those marked “limited term” or “temporary.”

States Requiring Proof of Legal Residence:

The following states require proof of legal residence prior to issuing a driver’s license or state ID, including those that may be marked “limited term” or “temporary”: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Reminder: The new ID requirements effective March 5, 2025, apply only to initial registration transactions. Updated identification requirements for registration renewals will take effect January 1, 2027.

If you have any questions, please contact your local County Tax Assessor-Collector’s office or TxDMV Regional Service Center.

Thank you,

Annette Quintero
Division Director
Vehicle Titles and Registration Division
Texas Department of Motor Vehicles