Replacing Lost Documents

This list is not exhaustive.

Note about replacement fees and late payments: Some entities will waive fees for replacing lost documents or cards if the loss or damage was due to a disaster. Some creditors will waive late fees, extend payment deadlines, and make other payment accommodations if the reason for the delayed payment is disaster. If you need a fee waiver or more time to pay bills, just ask.

• Agency or Department
  • County Clerk (Marriage) or District Clerk (Divorce) in the county or district in which it was obtained.
  • To locate a Texas County or District Clerk:
    • http://www.dshs.texas.gov/vs/field/localremotedistrict.shtm
• Notes
  • Copies are often priced by the page, and copy costs may vary by county.
  • Certified copies typically cost at least $1 a page.

• Agency or Department
  • Texas Department of Motor Vehicles 
    • Form
      • FORM VTR-34 - Application for Certifed Copy of Title

• Agency or Department
  • Texas Department of Public Safety
    • Replace Your Driver License or ID Card
    • • 1. Apply in person at any driver license office
      • 2. Bring completed application (form DL-43) (also available at any driver license office)
      • 3. Pay the required fee
      • 4. Provide documents to verify identity (for example, unexpired passports, marriage licenses, birth certificates, etc.)
      • 5. Provide lawful presence documents (non-U.S. citizens)
    • Notes
      • You must be ready to confirm personal information (date of birth, social security number, or documents verifying social security number).
        • Bring these documents with you.
      • But, verification of your social security number is not required for identification cards.

Important Hurricane Harvey - UPDATE

DPS Announces Temporary Storm-related Changes

AUSTIN – At the direction of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will implement cost-saving measures for residents who have been impacted by Hurricane Harvey. The changes will affect driver license (DL) duplicates and Driver Responsibility Program (DRP) surcharges for residents who live in one of the counties that have received a gubernatorial disaster declaration.

DPS will provide a no-cost replacement DL or ID card for residents in the impacted counties, provided they had previously been issued a Texas DL or ID card. Customers living in the affected counties are encouraged to bring whatever identity and residency documentation they have in their possession. (Replacement identification would normally cost $11.)

Eligible cardholders will need to visit a driver license office in person to obtain a free Texas DL or ID replacement.  To find a driver license office near you, please visit http://www.dps.texas.gov/administration/driver_licensing_control/rolodex/search.asp. Since DPS driver license offices have been impacted by flooding as well, please check the website prior to coming to an office to ensure it is open.

In addition, residents in these same counties with outstanding DRP surcharges will not be required to make payments for 60 days, effective immediately. No action is required by the customer; DPS will implement the change internally. For additional information about the DRP program, please visit http://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/drp.htm.

• Agency or Department
  • ​​US Citizenship and Immigration Services
• Link
  • ​​https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/after-green-card-granted/replace-green-card​
• Form
  • FORM I-90
• ​​Other Information
  • ​​If you are a permanent resident who needs to replace your green card, or a conditional resident who needs to replace your two-year green card—for any of the reasons listed below—you may begin the application process for a replacement green card by: 
    • Online E-Filing Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card, or filing a paper Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card by mail.​

• Agency or Department
  • Texas Health and Human Services
• Learn More
  • https://www.yourtexasbenefits.com/Learn/Home
• Form
  • Form 1027-A - Temporary Medicaid Eligibility Verification 
• Notes
  • For quick proof of Medicaid eligibility:  
    • HHSC staff can generate a Temporary Medicaid Eligibility Verification Form (Form 1027-A).
    • Must apply for temporary form in person at an HHSC benefits office.
      • Call 2-1-1 to find the nearest office
    • For replacement card: Will need proof of coverage.
      • Provider can verify patient’s eligibility for Medicaid by checking provider website; by calling 800-925-9126, or by visiting TexMedConnect on the TMHP website. 

• Agency or Department
  • Internal Revenue Service
• Link
  • www.irs.gov
• Form
  • Form 4506
• Other Information
  • Exact Copies - For Disaster Victims
    • The IRS will waive fees and expedite the request for taxpayers in a federally declared disaster area.
    • For an exact copy with attachments (including Form W-2) complete IRS Form 4506  Request for Copy of Tax Return.
  • If not in federally declared disaster area, requires $50 fee for each return requested and can take up to 75 business days to process.

    • On jointly filed tax returns, both spouses may request a copy and only one signature is required. 

• Agency or Department
  • United States Treasury
• Link
  • www.treasurydirect.gov
• Form
  • FS Form 1048
• Other Information
  • Replacement Bonds no longer issued in paper form; electronic format only. You can either accept payment for lost bonds or order electronic replacements.
  • You will need Provide Bond serial number. If you don’t have serial number, provide:
    • Specific month and year of purchase; SSN; Names (incl. middle names or initials; Mailing address.  Complete Form 1048 (download or order).
    • Take completed form to your financial institution to sign and certify your signature.
      • Mail the completed form to: Treasury Retail Securities Site, PO Box 214, Minneapolis, MN 55480-0214.