Driver Licenses

Whether you are new to Tennessee or have been a driver in the state, you can find resources you can access to help with your drivers license matters. Commercial drivers licenses, drivers license for motorcycles and new drivers can benefit from free services offered by the state. You can click on the index below to obtain more services not found.

How to Get a Tennessee Driver License
Get information for Regular Driver License (Class D). Temporary Driver License (Class XD). (Valid as an ID). Certificate for Driving (Class TD). (Not a Valid ID). For-Hire Endorsement (Class D with F Endorsement). Motorcycle Operator License (Class M). Commercial Driver License (Class A, B, or C). Graduated Driver License - Learner Permit (Class PD). Hardship License (Class H). Identification (ID Only). Temporary Identification License (Class XID).
Commercial Driver License and Hazardous Materials Endorsement
Operators of larger and more complex vehicles will need to apply for a Commercial Driver License (CDL). These licenses include Class A, B, and C depending upon the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR), and what is being transported.Printer-friendly CDL Information, links below for additional information and Commercial Motor Vehicles Guide.
The Graduated Driver License Program (Learner's Permit and Licenses for Teenagers)
What is the Graduated Driver License Program? How to apply for a Learner's Permit or Graduated Driver License. Graduated Driver License Guide Brochure.Where do you go to get your license and Related Documents.
TDL - Temporary Driver License or TID - Temporary Identification License
Printable version of Temporary DL and ID Information. Frequently Asked Questions. Tennessee Temporary Driver License (Class XD, XM or Permit). Tennessee Temporary Identification License (Class XID). What is a Temporary Driver License? What is a Temporary Identification License? Where do you go to get your license? Review the Driver License Manual and more essential information.
Reinstating My License
Cancellation, suspension, and revocation actions against driving privileges arising from crashes and/or moving traffic violations. Helpful Links to Reinstate Your Driver License Online and Driver Improvement. Financial Responsibility Forms and Publications.
Obtain Duplicate Tennessee Driver License or Identification License
If your driver license has been lost, stolen or destroyed, you may be eligible to obtain a duplicate online. Find out how with other helpful instructions.
Find a Driver License Station by City, County, or Type of Service
There are four ways to locate a Driver License Service Center to serve your needs. You can search by County, search by City or search by Service.
Tennessee Certificate for Driving (Class TD)
What was a Certificate for Driving and why was it repealed? Where do you go to get your license?
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement
District Offices, A.C.E.S. New Entrant Program , Pupil Transportation and other Related Links.
Motorcycle Rider
Motorcycle Rider Education Program, About Our Program, Benefits of Rider Education, Training Programs, Safety Gear Requirements, Related Links, Training Locations and Schedules.
Department of Safety Home page and index
Services & Related Links. Commercial Driver License and Hazmat Endorsement to individual and private drivers. Forms and Publications, Facts, Figures, & Statistics
Laws, Policies and many other useful links.

Tennessee Vehicle Registration & Titling

Many helpful free official government links with many services open to the public. Get information and instructions with the easy use of your computer. You do not need to contact the department directly. You can accomplish many tasks without having to drive to the branch in person saving you time and expense. List and index that are easy to navigate and help you with your motor vehicle plates, registration and title.

Vehicle Titling

Current TN Resident
New or Relocating to TN
Duplicate Title
Imported Vehicle
Low Speed Vehicles
Medium Speed Vehicles
Off-road Vehicle
Repossessed Vehicle
Sales Tax
Title Only

Vehicle Registration

Current TN Resident
New or Relocating to TN
Duplicate Registration
Emissions Inspections
Insurance Requirements
Military Registrations

License Plates

Current Available License Plates
Disabled Placards/Plates
New Specialty License Plate
Personalized Plates (Ordering)
Specialty Plates Currently Under Consideration
Surrender a License Plate (How to)

Vehicle Services Home page and index
Quick Links to many online services. General Vehicle Information. Motor Vehicle Dealers. Salvage and Non-repairable Vehicles and many other services and links offered to the public.

Forms

Avoid the expense of driving to the department location by downloading the forms you need from your computer. Free and easy downloadable forms available free to the public anytime without having to be concerned about holiday closures, hours of operation and standing in lines. You can view, print and fill official forms.

Driver License Forms
Tennessee Highway Patrol & Commercial Vehicle Forms
Financial Responsibility Forms
D.A.R.E. Forms
Archived Publications
Driver License Forms Index
Abandoned Motor Vehicles (PDF)
Discharging a Lien on a Title (PDF)
Mechanic's Lien (PDF)
Noting of Liens on a Title (PDF)
S/B Trailer Requirements (THP Inspected) (PDF)
Antique Motor Vehicles (PDF)

Manuals for drivers licenses
Be prepared and download the study guides and manuals available to you. Free downloads for drivers licenses and commercial vehicles.

Driver License Handbook
2004 Motor Carrier Manual

Online Services

Access online services that can save you trips to locations in person. You can make appointments, take practice tests, find out how to reinstate you license. Look up records and many other online services listed.

Make an Appointment for a Driver License Road Test
Take a Driver License Practice Test Online
Renew Your Tennessee Driver License
Change the Address on Your Tennessee Driver License and/or Handgun Carry Permit
Reinstate Your Driver License
Interactive Moving Violation Records (Requires TennesseeAnytime Subscription)
Driver License Inquiries (Requires TennesseeAnytime Subscription)
Additional Online Services --Complete list of online services offered by other State of Tennessee Departments at TennesseeAnytime

FAQs
Have your questions answered with online help. No need to call the department and being placed on hold. Look up your questions with answers on your own time from home with ease and convenience.

Driver License Issuance
Graduated Driver License
Financial Responsibility
Property Seizures and Forfeitures
Frequently Asked Questions Index