State and Federal Resources
Obtain a Birth Certificate Online
Born in Texas: CLICK HERE to go to the Vital Record page of Texas Department of State Health Service and follow the instructions.
Born in another state: CLICK HERE to go to CDC, National Center for Health Statistics web page can get you a copy of a birth certificate from all other 49 states. When that page loads just follow the instructions.
Born in one of the six counties: Your local county Clerk’s Office will have the forms. Your TDCJ Photo ID will work here. Check below for address by county
Erath County - County Clerk
100 West Washington
Stephenville, TX 76401
254-965-5732
Hood County - County Clerk
201 West Bridge Street
Granbury, TX 76048
817-579-3222
Palo Pinto County - County Clerk
520 Oak Street
Palo Pinto, TX 76484
940-659-1277
Parker County - County Clerk
1112 Santa Fe
Weatherford TX 76086
817-594-7461
Stephens County - County Clerk
200 West Walker St.
Breckenridge, TX 76424
254-559-3700
Wise County - County Clerk
200 North Trinity St.
Decatur, TX 76234
940-627-3351
All things Social Security
Create your personal my Social Security account:
A free and secure my Social Security account provides personalized tools for everyone, whether you receive benefits or not. You can use your account to request a replacement Social Security card, check the status of an application, estimate future benefits, or manage the benefits you already receive.
CLICK HERE to go to the Social Security Administration website where you can set up your free Social Security Account.
Getting a Texas ID or Driver’s License
You need to schedule an appointment. You can visit
online at: www.public.txdpsscheduler.com However,
depending on the location it could take a month or more to get an
appointment. You can fast-track a same day appointment.
Select the location near you, it will allow you to book the same
day if opening is available.
Be sure you have all the necessary documents before you arrive:
- Proof of Identity
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship
- Proof of Social Security Number
- Proof of Residency in Texas
Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Locations
TDPS - Breckenridge - Stephens County
200 West Walker Street
County Courthouse
Breckenridge, TX 76424
254-559-2664
TDPS - Decatur - Wise County
2000 South Trinity
County Courthouse
Decatur, TX 76234
940-627-5694
TDPS - Mineral Wells - Palo Pinto County
600 FM 1821 North
Mineral Wells, TX 76067
940-325-0227
TDPS - Tolar - Hood County
105 Pine Ln.
Tolar, TX 76476
254-835-4160
TDPS - Stephenville - Erath County
850 East Road
Stephenville, TX 76401
254-965-7894
TDPS - Weatherford - Parker County
1309 South Bowie Drive
Weatherford, TX 76086
817-599-7631
Texas Veterans Commission
Helping Veterans Starts Here
Main Operator: 800-252-8387
Website: tvc.texas.gov
The Texas Veterans Commission’s mission is to advocate for and provide superior service that will significantly improve the quality of life for all Texas veterans, their families, and survivors.