As mentioned previously, establishing intent to make Texas your primary residence is a crucial aspect of the residency process. Registering to vote in the state (you did this at the DMV) is a key step in demonstrating your commitment to becoming a Texas resident and will strengthen your position in the process.
Please Note: If you have not received your registration card within 30 days of your DMV appointment, you may follow the steps below to reapply
Step-by-Step Guide
Navigate to the voter registration page
Click "Start a voter registration application here"
Select "Yes" for "Are you a United States Citizen"
Select "Yes" for "Will you be 18 years of age on or before election day?"
Select "New" for "Application Type"
Select "No" for "Are you interested in serving as an election worker"
Type your first name
Type your middle name if applicable
Type your last name
Enter your date of birth
Enter the last 4 digits of your SSN
Select your county
Type your address with apartment number
Type your city
Type your zip code
Type your mailing address info if mail cannot be delivered to your residence address
Click "Continue"
Verify your information is correct
Click "Print Application"
Print the application
Sign the form to certify that all information is accurate
Enter today's date
Mail the completed application directly to your country's election office
UT Austin: Travis County
Tax Assessor / Collector
PO Box 1748
Austin, Texas
78767
Texas A&M: Brazos County
Elections Administrator
300 E WM J Bryan Parkway Suite 100
Bryan, Texas
77803
Wait 30 days to be mailed a card
If you are not mailed a card, you may check your registration status here
Upload a photo of the card (or screenshot of registration status) into your InstateMe portal
Update "Status" column within Checklist