How to get a window tint medical exemption in Texas
Texas grants an exemption from its tint limits on a qualifying medical certification. There is no state form — but DPS no longer issues a certificate. The physician's signed statement is the proof. No fee is published.
| What | Texas |
|---|---|
| Form | No state form; the signed medical statement is the proof |
| Who certifies | A licensed physician; A licensed optometrist. |
| Fee | None published |
| Valid for | Not stated |
| Keep in vehicle | Yes |
| What it covers | The front side windows. It does not override the windshield rule, where film must stay above the AS-1 line. |
The steps
- 1
Do not apply to DPS. As of 1 January 2019 the Regulatory Services Division stopped issuing Window Tint Exemption Certificates and stopped accepting applications — guidance telling you to apply is out of date.
- 2
Get a signed statement from a licensed physician or optometrist instead. It should identify the driver or occupant with reasonable specificity and state that, in their professional opinion, darker film is necessary to protect that person's health.
- 3
Keep the signed statement in the vehicle and show it to an officer at a traffic stop.
- 4
Present the same statement when the vehicle goes in for its annual inspection.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a window tint medical exemption in Texas?
Do not apply to DPS. As of 1 January 2019 the Regulatory Services Division stopped issuing Window Tint Exemption Certificates and stopped accepting applications — guidance telling you to apply is out of date. Get a signed statement from a licensed physician or optometrist instead. It should identify the driver or occupant with reasonable specificity and state that, in their professional opinion, darker film is necessary to protect that person's health. Keep the signed statement in the vehicle and show it to an officer at a traffic stop. Present the same statement when the vehicle goes in for its annual inspection.
What form do I need for a tint exemption in Texas?
There is no state form. Texas works from the certifying provider's signed statement, which you keep rather than file.
Who can sign a tint exemption in Texas?
A licensed physician; A licensed optometrist.
What medical conditions qualify for tint in Texas?
Texas does not publish a list of named conditions. The test is whether a qualifying provider certifies that you require shielding from the sun.
Does the exemption let me tint the windshield in Texas?
The front side windows. It does not override the windshield rule, where film must stay above the AS-1 line.
Sources
- Texas DPS - Window Tinting Standards (official)
- Texas DPS - Window Tint Medical Exemption notice (official)
Reference only, not legal or medical advice. Forms and fees change — confirm against the official source above before you file, and get the form from the agency rather than a third-party form site.