Waiver for Texas vehicle registration ends Wednesday

AUSTIN — The temporary waiver granting the suspension of on-time registration renewal requirements in Texas ends Wednesday.

After that date, law enforcement may begin issuing citations to motorists without a current registration sticker or current registration receipt, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. Passing a vehicle inspection is required prior to registration renewal. A passing vehicle inspection obtained within the original 90-day period remains valid for registration renewal, provided that the inspection is not more than one year old. Motorists whose vehicle inspections are older than one year must obtain a new passing vehicle inspection prior to renewing registration.

Online: While the renewal deadline for those with expired registration is Wednesday, online registration renewal is only available for up to nine months past your registration expiration date. By Mail: Since mail-in registration renewal processes and procedures differ by county, please contact your local county tax office for guidance. In Person: Local county tax offices may offer services by appointment only. Contact your local county tax office for assistance with any new policies or procedures.