Proof of Residence in Texas

The following documents may be required to support physical residence in Texas for the 12 consecutive months immediately preceding the census date of the term in which the person enrolls. These documents do not show the establishment of a domicile.

  1. Utility bills for the 12 consecutive months preceding the census date.
  2. A Texas high school transcript for full senior year immediately preceding the census date or a transcript from a Texas institution of higher education showing presence in the state for the 12 consecutive months preceding the census date.
  3. A Texas driver’s license or Texas ID card that has not expired and, if it reflects an origination date, shows an origination date at least 12 months prior to the census date.
  4. Cancelled checks that reflect a Texas residence for the 12 consecutive months preceding the census date.
  5. A current credit report that documents the length and place of residence of the person or the dependent’s parent to be in Texas and the length of residence to be at least 12 consecutive months preceding the census date.
  6. Texas voter registration card that was issued at least 12 months prior to the census date.
  7. Lease or rental of residential real property in the name of the person or the dependent’s parent for the 12 consecutive months immediately preceding the census date.