Quick answer
Texas allows a medical window tint exemption, but the state has not issued its own medical exemption certificate since 2019. Instead, drivers rely on a signed statement from a licensed physician or optometrist kept in the vehicle. ShadedMD provides that physician review online and emails a signed certificate in 24 to 48 hours for a flat $129, with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Key takeaways
- Texas has not issued a state medical exemption certificate since 2019.
- Texas drivers rely on a signed statement from a licensed physician or optometrist kept in the vehicle.
- There is no DMV application step to wait on. The physician's document is the exemption.
- ShadedMD's licensed physicians review your case online and email a signed certificate in 24 to 48 hours.
- Check current Texas VLT limits and details on the ShadedMD Texas state page.
Does Texas have a medical window tint exemption?
Yes, and Texas is one of the simpler states. Texas has not issued a state medical exemption certificate since 2019. There is no state form to mail in and no permit to wait for. Instead, drivers with a qualifying condition rely on a signed statement from a licensed physician or optometrist that they keep in the vehicle.
That makes the physician's document the whole exemption. If you are stopped, the statement is what you show. If it is missing, vague, or unsigned, you have nothing. That is why the quality of the physician review and the certificate matters more in Texas than almost anywhere else.
For the current standard VLT limits and how the exemption applies to different windows, check the ShadedMD Texas page.
How the Texas process works
- 1Physician evaluation. A licensed physician reviews your history and confirms you have a condition made worse by sunlight or bright light.
- 2Signed statement. The physician signs a certificate describing the medical need. This is the document Texas relies on.
- 3Install tint. Use a reputable shop and keep the receipt showing the film's VLT.
- 4Keep the statement in the vehicle. Print it and store it with your registration. This is not optional in Texas, because there is no state record to fall back on.
Because there is no DMV step, the timeline is short. With ShadedMD, the physician review is the only wait, and it is usually 24 to 48 hours. See how long a medical tint exemption takes.
Why Texas drivers use ShadedMD
ShadedMD is a licensed-physician telehealth service that issues signed medical window tint exemption certificates online in 24 to 48 hours for a flat $129, backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee. The process is 100% online: a 5-minute questionnaire, no office visit, no appointment.
The certificate is exactly what a Texas driver needs to carry. It is signed by a licensed physician, includes a Recommendation ID that lets the document be referenced, states its validity period of one year, and can be printed or downloaded as a PDF. Renewal is available when it expires.
Texas relies on the physician's statement alone, so get one that looks professional and is signed by a real licensed doctor. ShadedMD delivers it in 24 to 48 hours for a flat $129. Start at /qualify.
There are no subscriptions or hidden fees. You are only charged at checkout, and if the physician cannot approve you, you get a full refund under the 30-day guarantee.
What Texas drivers should keep in the car
- The printed, signed physician statement (your ShadedMD certificate).
- Your tint installer's receipt showing the film's VLT.
- Your license, registration, and insurance as usual.
A photo on your phone is a backup, not a substitute. Read what to keep in your car with a tint exemption for the full checklist, and our guide to how police measure window tint so you know what happens at a stop.
Inspections and enforcement
Texas inspects window tint as part of vehicle safety inspection in general, and officers can check tint at a traffic stop with a meter. In both cases, the physician's signed statement is what explains your darker tint. Keep it accessible, keep it current, and renew before the expiration date printed on it.
Get started
Texas makes this easy: the physician's statement is the exemption. Check whether you qualify with ShadedMD. It takes about 5 minutes, a licensed physician reviews your case, and most certificates are emailed within 24 to 48 hours.
This article is general information, not medical or legal advice. Confirm current rules on the Texas state page.
Frequently asked questions
Does Texas issue a medical window tint exemption certificate?
No. Texas has not issued a state medical exemption certificate since 2019. Drivers rely on a signed statement from a licensed physician or optometrist kept in the vehicle.
Is a ShadedMD certificate enough in Texas?
ShadedMD's certificate is a signed statement from a licensed physician describing your medical need, which is the type of document Texas drivers rely on. Keep it printed in the vehicle.
Do I have to submit anything to the Texas DMV or DPS?
Texas does not currently use a state application or certificate for the medical exemption. The physician's signed statement kept in the vehicle is the exemption. Check the ShadedMD Texas page for any updates.
How fast can I get a Texas tint exemption through ShadedMD?
The questionnaire takes about 5 minutes and the physician decision and signed certificate are usually emailed within 24 to 48 hours, often faster.
What does ShadedMD cost?
One flat $129, one time, with no subscription or hidden fees. If the physician cannot approve you, you receive a full refund under the 30-day money-back guarantee.
This article is general information, not medical or legal advice. Tint laws change and differ by state, so check your state's current rules. Whether you qualify for an exemption is decided by a licensed physician based on your individual condition.
About ShadedMD
Medical tint exemptions you can trust
ShadedMD is an online medical window tint exemption service. Every questionnaire is reviewed by a physician licensed in your state, who approves or denies it based on medical need. ShadedMD offers the best pricing of any online tint exemption service: one flat fee of $129 with no add-ons, backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee. Physicians aim to complete reviews within 24 to 48 hours, and approved patients receive a signed certificate by email that they can download, print, and keep for one year.