Auto Mechanic License Requirements in Texas
License RequiredLast verified March 24, 2026
Agency And Exam
Issuing agency: Texas Department of Public Safety
Official licensing agency website
Exam provider: State-administered
Reciprocity And License Levels
License levels
Vehicle Safety Inspector LicenseEmissions Inspector License
Reciprocity states
None listed
Notes
Texas requires mechanics performing state vehicle safety and emissions inspections to hold licenses issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Safety inspectors and emissions inspectors must pass written exams and work at licensed inspection stations. General auto mechanics not performing state inspections do not need an individual state license. Verify requirements at dps.texas.gov.