Can You Get a Tint Exemption for Fibromyalgia in Texas?
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition causing widespread pain, fatigue, and heightened sensory sensitivity — including increased sensitivity to light that can worsen symptoms.
Fibromyalgia Symptoms That Qualify
The following symptoms of Fibromyalgia are relevant to qualifying for a window tint medical exemption in Texas:
- Widespread musculoskeletal pain
- Chronic fatigue
- Heightened sensitivity to light
- Headaches and migraines
- Cognitive difficulties (fibro fog)
How Fibromyalgia Qualifies You for a Tint Exemption
Texas's bright, intense sunlight and extreme heat exacerbate photosensitivity symptoms in fibromyalgia patients, triggering pain flares and headaches during daily driving. The state's heat also intensifies fatigue — a core fibromyalgia symptom. Under Texas Transportation Code §547.613, fibromyalgia patients with documented photosensitivity qualify for darker window tint.
To qualify, you need to demonstrate that your Fibromyalgia makes it medically necessary for you to have darker window tint than what Texas law normally allows. Our licensed physicians review your existing documentation against state requirements — we do not diagnose. You must already have records from a primary care physician or eye care specialist confirming your condition.
How to Get Your Exemption
Complete the Online Application
Submit your personal information and upload your existing medical documentation confirming your Fibromyalgia diagnosis. This takes about 5 minutes.
Physician Reviews Your Documentation
A licensed Texas physician reviews your Fibromyalgia documentation against state exemption requirements within 24 hours.
Receive Your Exemption
Once approved, you'll receive your official tint exemption certificate digitally. Keep it in your vehicle at all times.
Current Texas Tint Laws
Without a medical exemption, Texas law limits window tint to 25% VLT VLT on front side windows and Any darkness VLT on back side windows. Violations carry fines starting at $200 fine.
With an approved medical exemption for Fibromyalgia, you may be permitted to have darker window tint than these standard limits, providing the protection you need while staying legal.