This page is dedicated strictly to first time vehicle registration for new residents and recently purchased vehicles. Residents of Tennessee who already have a registration should check out the registration renewal page. NOTE: For details on other vehicle types, such as custom-built cars and trailer registrations, please visit our guide to Other Vehicle Registrations.
If you live in a county that requires emissions testing, you will need to get that taken care of prior to applying for registration and titling. You must visit the local county clerk's office in the county where you live to register and title your car or truck. Insurance from a TN authorized insurance company is not required to register your vehicle for the first time.
However, It is illegal to drive without insurance, and you can have your license suspended if you cannot provide proof of insurance if you're pulled over or in an accident. A STOP can be put on your driving record, which will keep you from registering a car or renewing your registration. You will need to visit your local county clerk to have the STOP removed before you can apply for or renew your registration.
You must visit the local county clerk's office in person when you purchase a vehicle, whether it is from a dealership or a private party. The TN Department of Revenue provides lists of acceptable identity and residency documents for you to reference. You can view the DOR's lists of acceptable identity and residency documents. If you're unable to produce any of the required registration or titling documents, you may be eligible to obtain a temporary vehicle permit.
Temporary permits are valid for 30 days. To apply you will need the following:. Contact your local county clerk or DOR office for more information about where to complete your application. If you need a temporary permit but your situation doesn't have to do with titling or registration issues, contact the DOR at NOTE: You will not be eligible for a temporary operation permit due to a failed vehicle inspection.
Permits are also not issued for salvaged vehicles. The process for registering a vehicle for military personnel depends upon whether the service member is a resident of Tennessee serving in the state, a military resident stationed out of state, or a non-resident stationed in Tennessee. Military members from other states are not required to register their vehicles in Tennessee, as long as they maintain current registration and insurance in their home-of-record.
If you do want to register a vehicle in Tennessee, you must visit the county clerk's office where the military base is located. Follow the instructions listed in the New to Tennessee? If you are a TN resident serving in the state , simply follow the process outlined above for all Tennessee residents. If you're a military resident of Tennessee currently stationed elsewhere , you can register your vehicle through the mail.
You may send the paperwork for the registration and title to any county clerk's office in the state. Send the following to a county clerk's office :. Tennessee has standard titling and registration fees for registering your car or truck. In addition, you will be required to pay local taxes determined by the county you are registering in. Monday - Friday a. It may be necessary to cease taking applicants earlier in order to complete processing by the end of the business day.
For example: A Driver Services Center closing time may be listed as p. At the end of ramp turn left onto New Salem Highway. Go to first traffic light and turn right onto Middle Tennessee Boulevard. Go to second street on right which is Samsonite Boulevard also known as Old Samsonite. The Driver Services Center is the first building on the left.
At the end of ramp turn right onto New Salem Highway. Map this location. Note: This map is informational only. No representation is made or warranty given as to its content.
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