Promoting Vision Health Across Texas
The Texas Optometry Board (TOB) promotes and protects the health and welfare of Texans by regulating the practice of optometry. We license and regulate optometrists, establish and enforce practice standards, and provide guidance to both professionals and the public. Whether you’re a licensed optometrist, a prospective applicant, or a Texas resident seeking information about eye care, the TOB is your trusted source for up-to-date information, resources, and support.
For Optometrists & Applicants
Access tools and information to stay in compliance with Texas laws and maintain your license to practice.
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For Patients
Learn what to expect from optometric care and how to verify that your provider is licensed in the state of Texas.
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News & Updates
Customer Service Survey
Every other year, in conjunction with the strategic planning process, the Board asks stakeholders to provide feedback on its customer service.
Thank you in advance for completing the survey.
Public License Verification – Notice
The online public license verification search is experiencing intermittent issues. The Board’s technology partner is working to resolve the issues, but not timeline for resolution has been provided. The Board currently is exploring other methods of license verification. Please check back for updates.
Rules Adopted
At its February 20, 2026, Board meeting, the Board adopted rules related to informed consent for telehealth visits and related to military licensing. Those adopted rules became effective on March 16, 2026. Find more information here.
Upcoming Meeting Schedule
- May 14, 2026 (virtual)
- July 30-31, 2026
- November 13, 2026
Scam Alert
Phone scams are becoming much more common and sophisticated. TOB has received numerous reports of scams where the scammer “spoofs” TOB’s number, making it appear that the call is originating directly from TOB even though it’s not.
Phone scams often seek to frighten the recipient into action, such as sending sensitive personal information and/or account information, and/or demand the licensee send money.
Please see THIS NOTICE regarding written scams.
As a reminder to all licensees, always be suspicious of phone calls or letters that demand you cease and desist practice or mention other things that seem unusual – especially if you have not received notice of a complaint from the Board.
The Board will not call seeking payment of administrative penalties – all notices of administrative penalty will be in writing and require you to send a check to the Board’s mailing address.