Question 1

Is a window tint medical exemption legal in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Texas Transportation Code §547.613 authorizes signed medical exemption statements for window tint. TintPassRx connects you with a licensed Texas medical provider who evaluates your condition and, if appropriate, provides the required signed statement.

Question 2

What do I show police if I get pulled over for dark tint in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Simply pull up your digital TintPassRx card on your phone. It contains all the information law enforcement needs, including the provider’s signature, your name, vehicle info, and the exemption ID number.

Question 3

How dark can I tint my windows with a medical exemption in Texas?

Accepted Answer

The medical exemption covers your front side windows, which are normally restricted to 25% VLT in Texas. With a valid medical exemption statement, you can have darker tint on these windows as specified in the exemption.

Question 4

How long is a Texas window tint exemption valid?

Accepted Answer

Your exemption is valid for the duration specified by your medical provider. Most exemptions are issued for one year and can be renewed through the same simple process.

Question 5

What if I’m not approved for a tint exemption?

Accepted Answer

If the medical provider determines you do not qualify for a medical exemption, you will receive a full refund. Approval is not guaranteed — the medical provider exercises independent medical judgment on every case.

Question 6

Do I need to see the doctor in person for a tint exemption?

Accepted Answer

No. The entire process is done via telehealth. You complete the intake form online, and the medical provider conducts the evaluation remotely. No office visit required.

Question 7

How much does a window tint exemption cost in Texas?

Accepted Answer

$199 through TintPassRx. This is a one-time fee that covers the medical evaluation, the signed medical exemption statement, and your digital exemption card. If the medical provider does not approve your exemption, you receive a full refund.

Question 8

Can I get a window tint exemption online in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Texas allows telehealth medical evaluations for window tint exemptions. TintPassRx provides a fully online process where you complete an intake form, a licensed Texas medical provider reviews your case remotely, and if approved, you receive your signed exemption statement digitally.

Question 9

What is VLT and what percentage is legal in Texas?

Accepted Answer

VLT stands for Visible Light Transmission, which measures the percentage of light that passes through your window tint. In Texas, front side windows must allow at least 25% VLT. Rear side windows and the rear window can be any darkness. A medical exemption allows you to go darker than 25% on front side windows.

Question 10

Do I need to carry the exemption in my car?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Texas law requires you to have the signed medical exemption statement available when operating the vehicle. TintPassRx provides both a digital card you can show on your phone and a printable PDF of the signed medical statement to keep in your vehicle.

Question 11

Can a nurse practitioner sign a tint exemption in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Texas Transportation Code §547.613 authorizes signed medical exemption statements for window tint. TintPassRx connects you with a licensed Texas medical provider for evaluation and signature.

Question 12

How long does it take to get a tint exemption?

Accepted Answer

Most evaluations are completed within 24 hours of submitting your intake form and payment. Many patients receive same-day approval. The intake form itself takes less than 5 minutes to complete.

Question 13

Is a window tint exemption valid at Texas inspection stations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, inspectors can waive tint requirements when a valid medical exemption is presented. Keep your signed medical statement available during the inspection. State inspection stations are trained to recognize valid medical exemptions under Texas Transportation Code §547.613.

Question 14

Can I get a tint exemption for my windshield?

Accepted Answer

The medical exemption covers front side windows, which are normally restricted to 25% VLT. The windshield is limited to tint on the top 5 inches or above the AS-1 line regardless of a medical exemption. The exemption does not allow full windshield tinting.

Question 15

What happens if my tint exemption expires?

Accepted Answer

You can renew through the same process on TintPassRx. Simply complete a new intake form and pay the evaluation fee. The medical provider will review your case again and, if appropriate, issue a new signed exemption statement.

Question 16

Do other states accept Texas tint exemptions?

Accepted Answer

No, tint exemptions are state-specific. A Texas medical exemption is only valid in Texas. If you drive in other states, you may be subject to that state’s tint laws. Some states have reciprocity agreements, but most do not. Check the specific state’s laws before traveling.

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