Welder License Requirements in Texas
License Not RequiredLast verified March 24, 2026
Agency And Exam
Issuing agency: Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Official licensing agency website
Exam provider: Not listed
Reciprocity And License Levels
License levels
Not listed
Reciprocity states
None listed
Notes
Texas does not require a statewide occupational license for general welders. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) does not issue a welder-specific license. Pipeline welders must comply with federal regulations (DOT, PHMSA). Boiler and pressure vessel welding is regulated by the Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation. Employer certifications per AWS or ASME are commonly required.