texas DMV application: Social Security Number

The Texas Family Code, Section 231.302 (c)(1), Texas Transportation Code, Sections 521.044 and 522.021 and the Administrative Rules, Section 15.42 and 16.40, require that a social security number be obtained from every applicant for a driver license or commercial driver license (CDL).

Individuals who have applied for and been denied the issuance of a Social Security number due to ineligibility or that have never applied for, been issued or assigned a SSN by the Social Security Administration may complete a Social Security Affidavit (DL-13). The affidavit will be available at the driver license office and must be sworn to before an authorized department employee.

Documentation for proof of the Social Security Number may include: 

1. Federal issued Social Security Card. (Metal Social Security cards or types sold at flea markets will NOT be accepted).
2. Health Card (if member number represents Social Security Number).
3. Pilot's license
4. Military identification (Active and reserve duty personnel only, not acceptable for dependents).
5. Peace officer's license - Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standard and Education.
6. DD-214
7. Medicare/Medicaid Cards
8. Certified college/university transcript (designating number as SSN).
9. Veteran's administration card (with social security number preprinted on card)