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Moving to San Antonio: New Resident Guide

Starting points for San Antonio newcomers — driver's license, Bexar County registration, CPS Energy, renting (including military PCS), and school enrollment.

Driver license

Schedule San Antonio-area DPS and transfer within 90 days — bilingual offices help, but slots still book out during PCS season.

Vehicle registration

Register at Bexar County tax office after inspection — Schertz and New Braunfels may use other counties.

Utilities

Most San Antonio addresses use CPS Energy — municipal utility, not Power to Choose.

Renting

Lower median rent than Austin, but military turnover and CPS summer bills still matter.

Schools

SAISD and Northside ISD enrollment — residency documents match statewide rules.

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