Frequently Asked Questions

A window tint medical exemption is a signed statement from a licensed medical provider that allows a Texas driver to have darker tint on their front side windows than the standard 25% VLT limit. This is authorized under Texas Transportation Code §547.613. The exemption is based on a qualifying medical condition that makes the driver sensitive to light.

Yes, it is completely legal. Texas Transportation Code §547.613 specifically authorizes medical providers to issue 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.

$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.

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.

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. No office visit required.

All evaluations are performed by independent licensed Texas medical providers. TintPassRx is a technology and administrative services platform that connects patients with these medical providers. The medical provider exercises independent medical judgment on every case.

The intake form asks about your medical history and symptoms. In most cases, the medical provider can evaluate your condition based on the information you provide. In some cases, the medical provider may request additional documentation to support your evaluation.

Many conditions qualify, including photophobia (light sensitivity), migraines, cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, lupus, skin cancer, melanoma, albinism, xeroderma pigmentosum, porphyria, photosensitive epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, dry eye syndrome, post-LASIK sensitivity, fibromyalgia, medication-induced photosensitivity, and many others. Any condition that causes medically documented sensitivity to light may qualify.

If the medical provider determines you do not qualify for a medical exemption, you will receive a full refund of the $199 evaluation fee. Approval is not guaranteed — the medical provider exercises independent medical judgment on every case.

No. Texas Transportation Code §547.613 specifically requires the medical exemption statement to be signed by a licensed medical provider. Nurse practitioners, medical provider assistants, and other mid-level providers are not authorized to sign tint exemptions under current Texas law. TintPassRx connects you with a licensed Texas medical provider.

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.

Yes, any licensed medical provider in Texas can sign a tint exemption statement. However, many primary care doctors are unfamiliar with the process. TintPassRx’s medical providers specialize in these evaluations and ensure all documentation meets Texas legal requirements.

The medical provider determines the appropriate format for the evaluation based on your case. Most evaluations are completed through review of your intake form and medical history. The medical provider may request additional communication if needed.

Yes. Many common medications cause photosensitivity as a side effect, including certain antibiotics, blood pressure medications, anti-inflammatory drugs, and acne treatments. If your medication causes light sensitivity, you may qualify for a tint exemption.

Show them your digital TintPassRx card on your phone and your printed medical statement. The card contains all the information law enforcement needs, including the medical provider’s signature, your name, vehicle info, and the exemption ID number.

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. Rear side windows and the rear window can be any darkness regardless of an exemption.

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 without an exemption. 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.

Yes, Texas law requires you to have the medical provider’s 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.

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.

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.

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.

In rare cases, an officer may not be familiar with the medical exemption process. If you are issued a citation, presenting your valid medical statement in court should result in the ticket being dismissed. Always keep your documentation accessible.

No. Since January 2019, Texas DPS no longer issues separate exemption certificates. A signed medical exemption statement is now the only documentation required under Texas Transportation Code §547.613.

It’s simple: complete the online intake form (about 5 minutes), pay the $199 evaluation fee, a licensed Texas medical provider reviews your case, and if approved, you receive your signed medical statement and digital exemption card. The entire process is online with no office visit required.

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.

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.

You receive a signed medical provider medical exemption statement (printable PDF), a digital TintPassRx exemption card viewable on your phone, a unique exemption ID number, and a QR code that law enforcement can use for verification.

The exemption is tied to both the patient and the vehicle. If you change vehicles, you will need to update your exemption documentation to reflect the new vehicle information.

Yes. TintPassRx is fully HIPAA compliant. Your medical information is encrypted and stored securely. We do not share your medical information with third parties except as required to process your evaluation with the medical provider.

After approval, you receive access to a digital exemption card that displays on your phone through your TintPassRx account. It includes your name, vehicle information, the medical provider’s signature, an exemption ID number, and a QR code. You can show this to law enforcement or inspection stations directly from your phone.

Yes. You receive a printable PDF of the signed medical statement. We recommend keeping a printed copy in your glove box and also using the digital card on your phone as a backup.

The QR code on your digital exemption card links to a verification page where law enforcement or inspection stations can confirm your exemption is valid and current. This provides an additional layer of authenticity.

Yes. You can log into your TintPassRx account from any device with a web browser to access your digital exemption card and download your signed medical statement.

You can always log into your TintPassRx account and download a new copy of your signed medical statement. Your digital card is also always available through your account.