It depends if you're a minor or not (provisional license). This link lists all the variations: http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/administration/driver_licensing_control/dlfees.htm
In the Texas Drivers handbook covers all the material.
Eighteen
No, one can not purchase a car in Texas with just a learner's permit. A person must have a valid drivers license.
A Texas learners permit will last approximately one year. If the person is unable to obtain a drivers license, they will need to reapply for a new learners permit.
you have to be sixteen minimum, ( or fifteen if you have a drivers permit)
What type of permit? A CDL permit is, yes. A regular learner's permit is not. As with a full CDL, you're required to maintain a current DOT medical card with a CDL permit.
yesAdded: But if you reside in Texas, you MUST apply for a Texas license, you cannot continue driving on your old state's license.
It is best to wait til you have your drivers license, I would check with your agent but you should be covered with the learners permit.
A nonresident who is at least sixteen (16) years of age may drive in Texas with a Learner's Permit from another state provided the person complies with all provisions of the Texas statute. The instruction permit is a driving permit that will enable a beginning driver to drive with someone in the front seat that is 18 years of age or older and holds a valid license.
1 oz. Look at his drivers permit.
A passport is not required for a drivers' permit exam.
You can get you learners permit at 15 and your drivers license 1 year after you get you permit.