What Is a Verification of Enrollment and Attendance (VOE) Form
A Verification of Enrollment and Attendance (VOE) form is a document signed by a school official confirming that the teen is currently enrolled in school and meeting attendance requirements. Texas requires it at the DPS when applying for both the Learner's Permit and the Provisional License.
Why It Is Required
Texas law ties driving privileges for teens to school enrollment and attendance. The VOE confirms the teen is in good standing at their school and eligible to hold a driver's license.
How to Get a VOE
The VOE form must be completed and signed by an authorized school official — typically an administrator, counselor, or registrar. The teen or parent should request it from the school office.
VOE validity: * Valid for 30 days from the date signed during the school year * Valid for 90 days during June through August
Request the VOE close to the planned DPS appointment date — especially during the school year when it expires in 30 days.
What Satisfies the VOE Requirement
Any of the following satisfy the school enrollment requirement at the DPS:
VOE form signed by a school official
High school diploma — satisfies the requirement permanently after graduation
GED certificate — also permanently satisfies the requirement
Home school affidavit — for students in an approved home school program
When You Need It
At the Learner's Permit DPS visit — after completing Module 1
At the Provisional License DPS visit — unless the teen has graduated and has a diploma or GED
Quick Facts
Detail | Information |
What it is | School enrollment verification signed by a school official |
Required at | Learner's Permit and Provisional License DPS visits |
Validity during school year | 30 days from signing |
Validity June–August | 90 days from signing |
Alternatives | High school diploma, GED, or home school affidavit |
Who signs it | Authorized school official — administrator, counselor, or registrar |
Frequently Asked Questions
My teen is home-schooled — what do they use instead of a VOE? Home-schooled teens use a home school affidavit confirming enrollment in an approved home school program. Contact the Texas DPS or your home school administrator for the specific form and requirements.
My teen recently graduated high school — do they still need a VOE? No. A high school diploma permanently satisfies the school enrollment requirement. Bring the diploma (or a certified copy) to the DPS instead.
How early should we request the VOE before the DPS appointment? Request it as close to the appointment as practical. During the school year, the VOE expires in 30 days — do not request it a month before your appointment if the appointment might be delayed.
The school says they do not have a VOE form — what do we do? TDLR provides the official VOE form. It is available on the TDLR and DPS websites. Bring the blank form to the school and ask the official to complete and sign it.
Does the VOE expire if the appointment gets rescheduled? Yes. If the VOE expires before the DPS visit, request a new one. The process just requires another visit to the school office.