Step 1: Eligibility

Click here for eligibility requirements per state of Texas Statute

Step 2: Sign up for an LTC class with Shooter’s Ed of Texas

Step 3: Apply through DPS

Apply online 

Cost – This fee is for DPS and separate from the fee for the LTC class at Shooter’s Ed of Texas

An original LTC costs $40. Renewals cost $40. Fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable. 

Texas law does provide some discounts if you meet certain special conditions. See the complete list of fees along with the special conditions. 

Application Fee Table 

Step 4: Submit Fingerprints 

Schedule and Submit Fingerprints with Identogo

Step 5: Gather Supporting Documents 

What You Need

  • Valid driver license or identification card,
  • Current demographic, address, contact, and employment information,
  • Residential and employment information for the last five years (new users only),
  • Information regarding any psychiatric, drug, alcohol, or criminal history,
  • Valid email address, and
  • Valid credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express)
    ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

Step 6: Submit Supporting Documents 

Submit your supporting documents to DPS 

Upload here

The waiting period may be dependent on DPS processing load.  Typically takes 60 days for completion.