Texas Veterinary License Fees
Overview
The Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (TBVME) has established the following fixed fees for licensing and related services. Additional fees may apply, including administrative hearing costs as described in §575.10 of the TBVME regulations.
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Application Fees
Applicants must pay the following fees when applying for a veterinary license:
| License Type | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Regular License | $560 |
| Veterinary Special License | $630 |
| Veterinary Provisional License | $610 |
| Veterinary Temporary License | $220 |
| Equine Dental Provider License | $125 |
| Veterinary Technician License | $65 |
License Renewal Fees
Veterinary professionals must renew their licenses periodically to maintain their active status.
Current License Renewals
| License Type | Renewal Fee |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Regular License | $340 |
| Veterinary Special License | $250 |
| Veterinary Inactive License | $140 |
| Equine Dental Provider License | $120 |
| Equine Dental Provider Inactive License | $65 |
| Veterinary Technician Regular License | $80 |
| Veterinary Technician Inactive License | $35 |
Expired License Renewals (Less than 90 Days Late)
| License Type | Renewal Fee |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Regular License | $510 |
| Veterinary Special License | $375 |
| Veterinary Inactive License | $210 |
| Equine Dental Provider License | $180 |
| Equine Dental Provider Inactive License | $97.50 |
| Veterinary Technician Regular License | $120 |
| Veterinary Technician Inactive License | $52.50 |
Expired License Renewals (90 Days – 1 Year Late)
| License Type | Renewal Fee |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Regular License | $680 |
| Veterinary Special License | $500 |
| Veterinary Inactive License | $280 |
| Equine Dental Provider License | $240 |
| Equine Dental Provider Inactive License | $130 |
| Veterinary Technician Regular License | $160 |
| Veterinary Technician Inactive License | $70 |
Specialized License Fees
For license reinstatements, reactivations, or specialty categories:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Veterinary License Reinstatement | $437.50 |
| Veterinary License Reactivation | $262.50 |
| Equine Dental Provider Reactivation | $43.75 |
| Veterinary Technician Reactivation | $43.75 |
Other Fees
Additional administrative fees may apply for various licensing-related services:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Criminal History Evaluation Letter | $50 |
| Returned Check Fee | $45 |
| Duplication of License | $40 |
| Letter of Good Standing | $45 |
| Continuing Education Approval Review | $45 |
| Continuing Education Review (submitted less than 30 days before event) | $100 |
| Equine Dental Certification Approval Review | $2,500 |
