Texas Notice to Vacate (2026)
Texas notice to vacate: One month (§91.001), then a 3-day notice to vacate before filing. Mail, inside the premises in a conspicuous place, in hand to a person 16 or older, or electronically if agreed in writing (§24.005(f-3)).
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Texas: key facts
- Notice to Vacate
- One month (§91.001), then a 3-day notice to vacate before filing.
- How to deliver
- Mail, inside the premises in a conspicuous place, in hand to a person 16 or older, or electronically if agreed in writing (§24.005(f-3)).
- Required wording
- If the tenant was not late before this month, the notice must offer to accept payment.
- Federal rules
- Properties with a federally backed mortgage or federal program may need 30 days' notice; HUD-subsidized housing is not supported.
- Only a court can evict
- Never change locks, remove belongings or shut off utilities.
Official sources: Texas Property Code ch. 24 · Last reviewed: October 2026
How it works
- Answer questions about the tenancy and the delivery date. The form checks the Texas deadline.
- See a free preview of your notice.
- Pay once and download PDF + Word, with a Proof of Service and delivery instructions.
Frequently asked questions
- How many days does a Texas notice to vacate give the tenant?
- One month (§91.001), then a 3-day notice to vacate before filing.
- How do I deliver an eviction notice in Texas?
- Mail, inside the premises in a conspicuous place, in hand to a person 16 or older, or electronically if agreed in writing (§24.005(f-3)).
- What if I give too few days?
- A notice that gives fewer days than the law requires is invalid and the court case can be dismissed. Our form calculates the earliest allowed date and blocks earlier ones; giving more days is generally fine.
- Can I change the locks or remove the tenant myself?
- No. Only a court can order an eviction. Self-help evictions are illegal.
- Can I get it in Spanish?
- Yes. You serve the signed English notice; you also get a Spanish translation you may hand over as a courtesy, plus Spanish instructions.
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