The Texas dental license application is the official packet you submit to the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) to legally practice dentistry or dental hygiene in Texas. Every applicant — whether a new graduate, an out-of-state dentist, or a foreign-trained clinician — must file through the TSBDE online licensing portal and mail in supporting documents. Getting any field wrong can delay your license by 60 to 120 days, and in 2025 the TSBDE reported that nearly 1 in 4 first-time applications were returned for missing or incorrect information.
Texas issues more than 2,000 new dental and hygiene licenses each year through pathways defined under the Texas Occupations Code Chapter 256 and 22 Texas Administrative Code Chapter 101. This guide walks you through every box, every fee, and every common mistake so you can file once and pass review.
- 📋 How to choose the right Texas dental license pathway for your background
- 🖊️ A line-by-line walkthrough of every field on the TSBDE application
- 👤 Three real filer scenarios with filled-in example entries
- 💵 Current fees, deadlines, and proof-of-filing tips
- ⚠️ The 10 most common mistakes that trigger application holds
What the Texas Dental License Application Is and Who Must File It
The Texas dental license application is the legal request you submit to the TSBDE asking the Board to verify your education, exams, background, and character so you can be issued a license number. The form is required under Texas Occupations Code §256.101 for dentists and §262.101 for dental hygienists. Without an active license, treating a patient in Texas is the unauthorized practice of dentistry — a third-degree felony.
Every clinical applicant files some version of this packet. That includes new graduates of CODA-accredited dental schools applying by examination, licensed dentists from other states applying by credentials, internationally trained dentists who completed a CODA-accredited advanced standing program, faculty members at Texas dental schools, and applicants seeking a provisional or temporary license. Dental hygienists file a parallel application under 22 TAC §103.1.
The Board uses your application to confirm three things: that you graduated from a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredited program, that you passed the required national and clinical exams, and that nothing in your background — criminal, civil, or professional — disqualifies you under Texas Occupations Code §263.0085. The current application revision date is printed in the lower-right corner of the PDF cover sheet, and you should always confirm you are using the most recent version before filing.
Before You Start: Documents and Information You Need
Texas does not let you save and return to a half-finished application without consequences. The portal closes after one year, so gather everything before you click “Begin Application.” Missing even one item can push your file into the “deficient” queue, which adds weeks to processing.
- CODA-accredited dental school transcript sent directly from the registrar to TSBDE; self-printed copies are rejected.
- NBDE Part I and II or INBDE score report released to TSBDE through the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations.
- Clinical exam score from ADEX, WREB, CITA, CRDTS, SRTA, or CDCA released directly to the Board.
- Fingerprint receipt from IdentoGO using TSBDE service code 11G6QF for the FBI and DPS background check.
- Government-issued photo ID matching the name on every other document; mismatches trigger a hold under 22 TAC §101.2.
- Passport-style photo taken within the last six months for your wallet license card.
- Texas Jurisprudence Assessment completion certificate from the Board’s online jurisprudence portal.
- Child Support Statement required by Texas Family Code §232.0135; failure to file it stops issuance even if everything else is perfect.
- DEA registration information if you already hold one, plus malpractice carrier details if applicable.
- Verification of licensure from every other state where you have ever held a dental license, sent directly from that board.
Every item above has a “why.” The transcript proves you actually finished your program. The clinical exam score proves you can treat a live patient. The fingerprint receipt proves the FBI is running your prints. Skip any one and the Board cannot legally issue a number.
Where to Get the Form and How to Access It
You access the Texas dental license application through the TSBDE Online Licensing System on the Board’s website. There is no longer a fully paper version of the main application — the portal collects your answers, generates a PDF cover sheet, and tells you which supporting documents to mail to the Austin office at 333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 3, Suite 800, Austin, TX 78701.
To begin, create a user account using a personal email address you will keep for years, because the Board sends license-renewal notices to that same inbox. Choose the correct application type from the drop-down: Dentist by Examination, Dentist by Credentials, Dental Hygienist by Examination, Dental Hygienist by Credentials, Faculty License, Provisional License, or Temporary License. Picking the wrong type forces you to start over and pay the fee again.
The portal works best in Chrome or Edge; Safari sometimes drops uploaded PDFs. The session times out after 20 minutes of inactivity, so keep your documents scanned and ready before you log in. The application fee is paid by credit card at the end of the online section, and a printable receipt appears immediately — save it as proof of filing under 22 TAC §101.7.
Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out the Texas Dental License Application Line by Line
The application is divided into nine logical parts. Work through them in order. Do not skip ahead, because some later fields unlock only after earlier ones are complete.
Part 1, Box 1 — Application Type
This box asks which license you want. Click the radio button that matches your pathway exactly: Dentist by Examination, Dentist by Credentials, Dental Hygienist by Examination, Dental Hygienist by Credentials, Faculty, Provisional, or Temporary. New graduates of a U.S. dental school almost always select Dentist by Examination. Maria Lopez, a 2026 UT Health San Antonio graduate, selects Dentist by Examination.
The nuance is the Dentist by Credentials path under Texas Occupations Code §256.103, which requires five years of active practice in another state and is faster for experienced dentists. The most common mistake here is choosing by Credentials without the five-year practice history, which forces a full rejection and a new fee. A misconception is that “Credentials” means easier — in reality, it requires more documentation, including verifications from every state where you have practiced.
Part 1, Box 2 — Full Legal Name
This box asks for your full legal name exactly as it appears on your government ID. Enter your last name, first name, and middle name in all caps with no nicknames. LOPEZ, MARIA ELENA is correct; Maria Lopez is not. Use the name on your Social Security card because TSBDE cross-checks against SSA records.
The nuance is the recently married or divorced applicant whose dental school transcript still shows a maiden name. In that case, attach a certified marriage license or divorce decree showing the name change. The common mistake is using a preferred or shortened name that does not match your transcript, which triggers an identity hold. The misconception is that adding “Dr.” or “DDS” belongs in this box — it does not; titles go nowhere on this form.
Part 1, Box 3 — Date of Birth and Social Security Number
This box asks for your date of birth in MM/DD/YYYY format and your full nine-digit Social Security number. Enter 03/14/1995 and 123-45-6789 with the dashes the portal auto-inserts. The Board uses both data points to run your background check and to confirm child-support compliance under Texas Family Code §232.0135.
The nuance is the foreign-trained applicant who does not yet have an SSN. You must obtain one before filing; ITINs are not accepted. The common mistake is transposing two digits, which sends your file to the wrong person at the SSA and stops the background check cold. A misconception is that you can file without an SSN and add it later — you cannot.
Part 1, Box 4 — Mailing and Residence Address
This box asks for both your current mailing address and, if different, your residence address. Enter street, apartment, city, state, and ZIP. 4501 W Gate Blvd, Apt 220, Austin, TX 78745 is a complete entry. The mailing address is where your wallet card and any deficiency letters arrive.
The nuance is the applicant using a P.O. Box. The Board accepts a P.O. Box for mailing but requires a physical residence address in the second field. The common mistake is leaving the residence field blank when it differs from the P.O. Box, which is treated as an incomplete application. The misconception is that a parent’s or relative’s address is fine “for now” — if you cannot receive certified mail there, do not use it.
Part 2, Box 5 — Dental School and Graduation Date
This box asks for the name of your CODA-accredited dental or dental hygiene school and your graduation date. Enter the official school name, not an abbreviation. The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Dentistry, 05/15/2026 is correct. The Board verifies graduation directly with the registrar.
The nuance is the applicant who has not yet graduated at the time of filing. You may file up to 90 days before graduation, but the Board cannot issue a license until the final transcript arrives. The common mistake is listing only the city (“UTHSCSA San Antonio”) rather than the full official name, which slows the verification call. The misconception is that a CAGS or AEGD certificate replaces the dental degree — it does not.
Part 2, Box 6 — Other Education and Advanced Standing
This box asks whether you completed any post-graduate residency, advanced standing program, or specialty training. Check yes or no, and if yes, list the program, dates, and certificate. Advanced Standing Program, NYU College of Dentistry, 06/2024–05/2026 is a complete entry for a foreign-trained dentist.
The nuance applies to internationally trained applicants under 22 TAC §101.7(b): only CODA-accredited advanced standing programs of at least two years qualify. The common mistake is listing a non-CODA foreign dental school as the basis for licensure — Texas will not accept it without the U.S. advanced standing certificate. The misconception is that ECE or WES credential evaluations replace CODA accreditation; they do not.
Part 3, Box 7 — National Board Exam Scores
This box asks for the date you passed NBDE Part I and Part II, or INBDE for newer graduates. Enter the test date as MM/YYYY. INBDE: 11/2025 is a complete entry. Scores must come directly from the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations — printouts you bring yourself are rejected.
The nuance is the applicant who passed Part I before 2022 and Part II later, mixing the old two-part exam with the newer single INBDE. List both with their actual dates; the Board accepts the combination. The common mistake is failing to release scores to TSBDE through the JCNDE portal, leaving the Board with nothing to verify. The misconception is that the score report you received in the mail can be photocopied and submitted — it cannot.
Part 3, Box 8 — Clinical Examination
This box asks which clinical licensing exam you passed and when. Texas accepts ADEX, WREB, CITA, CRDTS, SRTA, and CDCA. Enter the exam name and pass date. ADEX, 04/12/2026 is correct. The testing agency must release scores directly to TSBDE.
The nuance is the applicant whose clinical exam is more than five years old. Under 22 TAC §101.7(c), scores older than five years are not accepted unless you have been in active clinical practice continuously since then. The common mistake is taking a clinical exam not on the approved list, which means the entire score is unusable. The misconception is that a state board exam from another state substitutes for ADEX or WREB — it does not.
Part 4, Box 9 — Texas Jurisprudence Assessment
This box confirms you completed the Texas Jurisprudence Assessment within six months of filing. Enter the completion date and confirmation number from the TSBDE jurisprudence portal. Completed 04/02/2026, Confirmation #JA-2026-44781 is a complete entry. The exam is open-book and tests your knowledge of Texas dental law.
The nuance is that the assessment is required for every applicant, including out-of-state dentists with 30 years of experience. The common mistake is taking the assessment too early — if more than six months pass before your full file is reviewed, you must retake it. The misconception is that passing in another state substitutes for Texas jurisprudence; it does not, because Texas law differs.
Part 5, Box 10 — Other State Licenses
This box asks whether you hold or have ever held a license to practice dentistry or dental hygiene in another U.S. state, territory, or country. Check yes or no. If yes, list every state, license number, issue date, and current status. Oklahoma, DDS-14872, issued 06/15/2018, active is correct.
The nuance is that you must list inactive, expired, retired, and surrendered licenses too — not just active ones. The common mistake is omitting an expired license from a state where you briefly practiced, which the Board catches through the national AADB clearinghouse and treats as a misrepresentation. The misconception is that a license that “lapsed automatically” does not count — it does, and you must list it.
Part 6, Box 11 — Criminal History Disclosure
This box asks whether you have ever been arrested, charged, convicted, pled guilty or no contest to, or received deferred adjudication for any offense other than a minor traffic violation. Check yes or no. If yes, attach a written explanation, the charging document, the disposition, and a personal statement.
The nuance is that “ever” means ever, including juvenile offenses that were sealed and out-of-state misdemeanors. Under Texas Occupations Code §263.0085, nondisclosure is itself grounds for denial, even if the underlying offense would not have been. The common mistake is checking “no” because the case was dismissed; the question asks about arrests and charges, not just convictions. The misconception is that expunged records are invisible to TSBDE — fingerprints reveal them.
Part 6, Box 12 — Professional Discipline and Malpractice
This box asks whether you have ever been the subject of a malpractice claim, professional discipline, hospital privilege restriction, or DEA action. Check yes or no, and attach full documentation for every yes. Yes — settled malpractice claim, $25,000, 2022, no admission of liability is a complete starter entry.
The nuance is that even dismissed or dropped malpractice claims must be disclosed if a written demand or lawsuit was filed. The common mistake is omitting a settled claim because the carrier “handled it,” which the Board discovers through the National Practitioner Data Bank. The misconception is that small settlements below a “reportable threshold” do not need to appear here — every claim does.
Part 7, Box 13 — Health and Substance Use Questions
This box asks whether any current physical, mental, or substance-use condition affects your ability to practice dentistry safely. Answer yes only if a current condition impairs you; past conditions in remission generally do not require a yes. The Board may refer yes answers to the Professional Recovery Network.
The nuance is that voluntary participation in a recovery program is treated favorably and is not, by itself, grounds for denial. The common mistake is over-disclosing a long-resolved condition, which can trigger an unnecessary medical review. The misconception is that the Board reads this question as a fishing expedition; it is narrow and tied to current ability to practice safely.
Part 8, Box 14 — Fingerprinting and Background Check
This box asks for your IdentoGO fingerprint receipt number and the date prints were captured. Use TSBDE service code 11G6QF and book at any IdentoGO Texas location. IdentoGO Receipt #TX-2026-998877, captured 04/05/2026 is a complete entry.
The nuance is that fingerprints expire if not paired with an active application within one year. The common mistake is using the wrong service code, which sends results to the wrong agency and forces you to reprint and pay again. The misconception is that prints from another state board can be transferred — they cannot, because each board has its own ORI number.
Part 8, Box 15 — Child Support Statement
This box requires you to certify whether you owe court-ordered child support and, if so, that you are in compliance. Sign and date the statement under penalty of perjury per Texas Family Code §232.0135. Signed Maria Lopez, 04/10/2026 is the proper completion.
The nuance is that even applicants with no children must sign the statement attesting that no order applies. The common mistake is leaving the box blank because “it does not apply,” which is treated as an unsigned application. The misconception is that this is a federal form; it is a Texas-specific requirement that stops issuance regardless of how complete the rest of the file is.
Part 9, Box 16 — Affidavit and Signature
This final box is the sworn affidavit that every answer is true and complete. Print your name, sign, and date in front of a notary public. Signed and notarized 04/12/2026, Notary Commission #1234567 is a complete entry. The Board cannot accept an unnotarized affidavit.
The nuance is that some Texas counties allow remote online notarization, which TSBDE accepts as long as the notary’s seal and commission appear on the PDF. The common mistake is signing before a non-Texas notary without the proper jurat language, which voids the signature. The misconception is that an electronic signature in the portal replaces the notarized affidavit — it does not for this final box.
Three Filled-Out Examples Using Real Scenarios
Three applicants — Maria, David, and Priya — show how the same form looks when filled out by very different filers.
Scenario 1: Maria Lopez, New Texas Dental School Graduate
| Form Section | What Maria Enters |
|---|---|
| Box 1 — Application Type | Dentist by Examination |
| Box 2 — Full Legal Name | LOPEZ, MARIA ELENA |
| Box 3 — DOB / SSN | 03/14/1995 / 123-45-6789 |
| Box 5 — Dental School | UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry, 05/15/2026 |
| Box 7 — National Boards | INBDE: 11/2025 |
| Box 8 — Clinical Exam | ADEX, 04/12/2026 |
| Box 9 — Jurisprudence | Completed 04/02/2026, #JA-2026-44781 |
| Box 11 — Criminal History | No |
| Box 14 — Fingerprints | IdentoGO #TX-2026-998877, 04/05/2026 |
| Box 16 — Affidavit | Signed and notarized 04/12/2026 |
Scenario 2: David Chen, Out-of-State Dentist Applying by Credentials
| Form Section | What David Enters |
|---|---|
| Box 1 — Application Type | Dentist by Credentials |
| Box 2 — Full Legal Name | CHEN, DAVID WEI |
| Box 5 — Dental School | University of Michigan School of Dentistry, 05/2018 |
| Box 7 — National Boards | NBDE Part I 06/2016, Part II 11/2017 |
| Box 8 — Clinical Exam | CRDTS, 05/2018 |
| Box 9 — Jurisprudence | Completed 03/20/2026, #JA-2026-41122 |
| Box 10 — Other Licenses | Michigan DDS-22841, active 2018–present |
| Box 12 — Malpractice | Yes — settled claim 2022, $18,000, no admission |
| Box 14 — Fingerprints | IdentoGO #TX-2026-771155, 03/22/2026 |
| Box 16 — Affidavit | Signed and notarized 03/30/2026 |
Scenario 3: Priya Patel, Foreign-Trained Dentist with CODA Advanced Standing
| Form Section | What Priya Enters |
|---|---|
| Box 1 — Application Type | Dentist by Examination |
| Box 2 — Full Legal Name | PATEL, PRIYA RAMESH |
| Box 5 — Dental School | Government Dental College Mumbai, 2019 (foreign) |
| Box 6 — Advanced Standing | NYU College of Dentistry ASPID, 06/2024–05/2026 |
| Box 7 — National Boards | INBDE: 09/2025 |
| Box 8 — Clinical Exam | CDCA-WREB-CITA, 03/2026 |
| Box 9 — Jurisprudence | Completed 04/15/2026, #JA-2026-50029 |
| Box 10 — Other Licenses | None |
| Box 14 — Fingerprints | IdentoGO #TX-2026-880044, 04/18/2026 |
| Box 16 — Affidavit | Signed and notarized 04/22/2026 |
How to File the Completed Texas Dental License Application
You file primarily through the TSBDE Online Licensing System, but supporting documents arrive in Austin by mail. Plan for parallel tracks: portal submission and physical mail.
Online portal. Submit Boxes 1 through 15 in the portal. The application fee is $375 for dentists and $206 for hygienists, paid by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express. The portal returns a receipt PDF instantly — save it as your proof of filing. Processing time runs 30 to 60 days once all supporting items arrive.
Mail. Send the notarized affidavit (Box 16), passport-style photo, certified marriage or divorce decrees if needed, and any criminal or malpractice attachments to TSBDE, 333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 3, Suite 800, Austin, TX 78701. Use USPS Certified Mail with Return Receipt, FedEx, or UPS so you have a tracking number. Do not staple anything.
Direct from third parties. Schools, exam agencies, and other state boards mail their verifications directly to TSBDE — never through you. Confirm each agency uses the Board’s correct mailing address and includes your full name and date of birth on every page. The Board does not accept emailed transcripts except from approved electronic transcript vendors like Parchment and the National Student Clearinghouse.
Fees and payment. The dentist application fee is $375, the hygienist fee is $206, the Texas Jurisprudence Assessment fee is $34, and the IdentoGO fingerprinting fee is approximately $39.20. All fees are nonrefundable, even if your application is denied. Keep digital copies of every receipt for at least three years.
What Happens After You File
After you submit, the portal moves your file from “In Progress” to “Pending Review.” A licensing analyst is assigned within 10 business days and begins matching incoming documents to your application. You can check status anytime in the portal under My Applications.
If something is missing, you receive a deficiency letter by email and U.S. mail listing each item. You typically have 30 days to cure the deficiency, though the Board often grants extensions on request. Once your file is complete, the analyst forwards it to the licensure committee, which meets at scheduled TSBDE Board meetings throughout the year.
If approved, your license number appears in the portal first, and your wallet card arrives by mail within two weeks. If the Board has concerns — usually about criminal history, malpractice, or impairment — you may be asked to attend an informal show-compliance conference under 22 TAC §107.62. Most concerns resolve at that stage with a remedial plan rather than a denial.
Mistakes to Avoid When Filling Out the Form
- Choosing the wrong application type. Picking Credentials without five years of practice forces a refile and a new fee.
- Using a nickname or non-legal name. Identity holds delay processing by 30 to 60 days.
- Transposing your SSN. The background check stops cold and must be restarted.
- Skipping the residence address when using a P.O. Box. The application is treated as incomplete.
- Listing an unofficial school name. Verification calls go to the wrong office and stall.
- Failing to release national board scores through JCNDE. TSBDE has nothing to verify.
- Submitting a clinical exam not on the approved list. The score is unusable and you must retest.
- Taking the jurisprudence assessment more than six months early. You will retake it.
- Omitting expired or surrendered out-of-state licenses. AADB catches it and the Board treats it as fraud.
- Checking “no” on the criminal-history box for a dismissed case. Nondisclosure is independent grounds for denial under §263.0085.
- Hiding a settled malpractice claim. NPDB exposes it and credibility collapses.
- Using the wrong IdentoGO service code. Fingerprints route to the wrong agency.
- Skipping the Child Support Statement. Issuance is blocked even if everything else is perfect.
- Signing the affidavit without a Texas-recognized notary. The signature is void.
Do’s and Don’ts
- Do scan every supporting document at 300 dpi before you begin so uploads succeed the first time.
- Do use a personal email address you will keep for at least 10 years to receive renewal notices.
- Do request transcripts and exam scores at least 60 days before you plan to submit.
- Do notarize the affidavit only after every other field is final to avoid resigning.
- Do track every mailed envelope with Certified Mail or a courier service.
- Do save the portal payment receipt as a PDF labeled with the date.
- Don’t use a work email tied to your dental school account that will deactivate at graduation.
- Don’t answer “no” to disclosure questions when you are unsure — call the Board first.
- Don’t mail original diplomas; the Board does not return them.
- Don’t wait until the last week before your start date to file; allow 90 days minimum.
- Don’t send documents through more than one channel; duplicates can trigger conflict flags.
- Don’t assume a deficiency letter is the final word; most are easy to cure within 30 days.
Pros and Cons of Filing on Your Own vs. With Help
Most new graduates file pro se because the portal is well-designed and law schools, dental schools, and residency programs increasingly walk students through it. Applicants with criminal history, malpractice claims, or impairment issues often hire a Texas administrative-law attorney for the disclosure attachments.
Pros of filing on your own. You save $1,500 to $5,000 in attorney fees, you learn Texas dental law as you go, you control the timeline, you avoid miscommunication between you and a third party, and you build a direct relationship with the Board’s licensing analysts.
Cons of filing on your own. You may miss subtle disclosure rules, you may not know how to frame a criminal-history letter, you handle every deficiency yourself, you have no advocate at a show-compliance conference, and one small error can cost months.
Pros of hiring help. An experienced attorney drafts disclosure letters that satisfy §263.0085, spots issues before you file, communicates with Board staff in your place, represents you at hearings, and shortens overall timelines for complex files.
Cons of hiring help. Costs run $1,500 for routine filings to $10,000+ for contested matters, you depend on the lawyer’s calendar, you may still need to be involved in document gathering, the Board treats represented and unrepresented applicants identically on the merits, and routine clean files rarely benefit from counsel.
Filing by Examination vs. Filing by Credentials
| Feature | By Examination |
|---|---|
| Statute | Texas Occupations Code §256.101 |
| Required practice years | None |
| Clinical exam required | Yes — ADEX, WREB, CRDTS, CITA, SRTA, or CDCA |
| Typical filer | New graduate or recent advanced standing graduate |
| Fee | $375 |
| Typical processing time | 30–60 days after file is complete |
| Feature | By Credentials |
|---|---|
| Statute | Texas Occupations Code §256.103 |
| Required practice years | At least 5 of the last 7 in active practice |
| Clinical exam required | Sometimes waived if practice history qualifies |
| Typical filer | Experienced dentist relocating to Texas |
| Fee | $375 plus extra verification costs |
| Typical processing time | 60–90 days after file is complete |
FAQs
How long does the Texas dental license application take to process?
No application moves faster than 30 days, and most take 60 to 90 days from first portal submission to license issuance, depending on how quickly schools, exam agencies, and other state boards return verifications.
Can I practice dentistry in Texas while my application is pending?
No. You may not treat patients in Texas until your license number is active in the portal, even if every document has arrived and you are simply waiting on the licensure committee meeting.
Do I write my maiden name or married name in Box 2?
Yes — write the name on your government photo ID. Attach a certified marriage license or divorce decree if your transcript or board scores show a different name to bridge the records.
Do I need to disclose a dismissed DUI from 10 years ago in Box 11?
Yes. Box 11 asks about arrests, charges, and dispositions, not only convictions. Disclose it with the dismissal order; nondisclosure is independent grounds for denial under §263.0085.
Can I use an ITIN instead of a Social Security number in Box 3?
No. TSBDE requires a valid SSN for the FBI and DPS background check. Apply for an SSN through the Social Security Administration before you file your dental license application in Texas.
Is the Texas Jurisprudence Assessment open-book?
Yes. The assessment is open-book and untimed. You can reference Texas dental statutes and rules as you take it, but you must complete it within six months of submitting your application.
Do I list an inactive out-of-state license in Box 10?
Yes. Box 10 covers every license you have ever held — active, inactive, expired, retired, or surrendered. The AADB clearinghouse will surface any omission and may trigger a misrepresentation finding.
Can I file before I graduate from dental school?
Yes. You may file up to 90 days before graduation. The Board cannot issue your license number until the final transcript arrives, but pre-filing shortens the gap between graduation and your start date.
Are fingerprints from another state board acceptable?
No. Each state board has its own ORI number. You must use IdentoGO with TSBDE service code 11G6QF so the FBI routes results to the Texas Board.
Does a small malpractice settlement need to be disclosed in Box 12?
Yes. Every claim, demand, or lawsuit must be disclosed regardless of the settlement amount. The National Practitioner Data Bank reports all settlements, and omissions damage your credibility with the Board.
Can I save my application and finish it later?
Yes, but the portal closes the application one year after you start. Anything not finalized by the one-year mark is purged and you must restart and pay the fee again.
Do I have to sign the Child Support Statement if I have no children?
Yes. Every applicant signs Box 15 regardless of family status, attesting either to compliance or that no order applies. An unsigned statement halts issuance under Texas Family Code §232.0135.
What if I notice a mistake after submitting?
Yes, you can correct it by emailing your licensing analyst immediately and uploading a corrected page. Quick corrections rarely delay processing if caught before committee review.
Do faculty and provisional applicants use the same form?
No. Faculty, provisional, and temporary applicants choose those specific application types in Box 1 and follow the corresponding rules in 22 TAC §101.7–101.10.
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