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Getting A TN Driver's LicenseTennessee driver's license requirements are different for international persons than they are for US residents. OIS has worked, and continues to work, with the Tennessee Department of Safety to ensure our international employees, students and scholars provide all of the proper documents needed to obtain or renew a Tennessee driver's license.In November 2010, Tennessee Driver Services began using the SAVE interagency federal database to check the immigration status of all international persons who apply for a driver's license. Due to this additional check, it will take up to 35 days for a driver's license to be issued. Please bear this in mind when you make arrangements to renew or obtain a Tennessee driver's license.
It is best to begin the process as soon as you receive a license renewal notification letter from TN Dept. These letters arrive at least 60 days before your license is to expire. If you don't receive a letter, make a note to renew your license at least 35 - 40 days before it expires.In addition, it has been clarified that an SSN is not needed for Tennessee Driver's License. Persons without a SSN can now complete an SSN Affidavit in lieu of providing an SSN. Table 2, below, has a direct link to the SSN Affidavit.Following is a list of documents that are required for international individuals to obtain a driver’s license in Tennessee. Please note that only original documents will be accepted; no faxed or photocopies of documents are acceptable. PROOF OF LEGAL PRESENCE IN THE U.S.
Conditional or Permanent Resident Alien Card (I-551); Employment Authorization Document (EAD); Valid foreign passport with US visa; valid I-94 card; and valid I-797 approval notice; and valid I-797 receipt notice for pending filings. Only original documents are acceptable.). PRIMARY PROOF OF IDENTIFICATION (see Table 1).
SECONDARY PROOF OF IDENTIFICATION (see Table 2). PROOF OF ANY NAME CHANGES IF DIFFERENT THAN PRIMARY ID (Certified marriage certificate, Divorce decree, Certified court order of name change). TWO PROOFS OF TENNESSEE RESIDENCY WITH YOUR NAME AND RESIDENT ADDRESS – NO P.O. BOXES (see Table 3). SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (Social Security Card; Pay stub with SS# AND Name, IRS forms, etc.). PROOF OF RESIDENCY IN TENNESSEEAny original, new or returning residents who need to obtain a license in Tennessee must show at least two documents from List A or one document from List A and another from List B.Below you will find the three tables that have been referenced above.
Table 1 lists the Primary Identification Documents. The Department of Safety requires two items to prove identity when applying for a license.
If it is your first time applying for a license in Tennessee you will need to bring with you at least one item from the Primary Identification list. New residents to Tennessee will also surrender their licenses from their former state. The second item may be from the Primary or Secondary identification list. If you are applying for a duplicate license or a renewal you just need to provide two items from either the primary list or the secondary list. If you wanted to change your name on your license you will need proof of the name change such as an original certified court order, marriage certificate, divorce decree, etc.Any original, new or returning residents who need to obtain a license in Tennessee must show at least two documents from List A or one document from List A and another from List B.
Table 1: Primary Identification Documents DocumentNotesU.S. Photo driver license or photo ID card or license from another country. Do I Have to Have A Tennessee Driver's License?If you live in Tennessee and want to drive a motor vehicle, you must have a valid Tennessee driver's license or Temporary Driver's License (TDL). A person who moves to Tennessee and has a valid driver's license from another state or country must apply for a Tennessee driver's license (or TDL) if they:. live in Tennessee longer than 30 days; OR.
are working in Tennessee; OR. would otherwise qualify as a registered Tennessee voter.International individuals who are not US residents will only be issued a Temporary Driver's License (TDL) How Soon Do I Have To Get A Tennessee Driver's License?New residents and returning residents to Tennessee must obtain a Tennessee driver's license no later than thirty (3) days after establishing residency. You will also need to surrender any out-of-state licenses because Tennessee law does not allow a resident to hold more than one valid license or ID. If you have only a foreign driver's license (i.e.
Issued by another country) you do not have to surrender it to obtain a Tennessee driver's license. What Type of License Will I Receive and What Tests Do I Have To Take?International individuals who are not US residents, will only be issued a Temporary Driver's License (TDL). The TDL will expire when the visa status or visa program expires.
The date on the most recently issued I-94 document will be used to determine the visa status expiration date. However, for individuals in F-1, F-2 or M-1 and M-2 visa status, the course completion date on the I-20 will be used to determine the visa status expiration date. For individuals in J-1 or J-2 visa status, the program completion date on the DS-2019 will be used to determine the visa status expiration date.Tennessee has a vision test, knowledge test (computer-generated, written test) and road skills test (actual driving test).Internationals With Out-Of-State Licenses: If you are a international individual with a valid (not expired) out-of-state driver license then you are only required to pass the vision test. If, however, your out-of-state license expired more than six months ago from the Tennessee license application date, then you must complete all of three driver's license tests. The out-of-state license will be retained by TN Driver Services and returned to the State where it was issued.Internationals With Foreign Licenses: International individuals with only a foreign driver's license must take all three tests in order to receive a Tennessee driver's license. It does not matter if the foreign driver's license is expired or unexpired; all three Tennessee test must be taken.
New residents from other countries will be allowed to keep the license issued by that country; it will not be retained by TN Driver Services when the TN driver's license is issued. Can I Use My Foreign License or an International Driving Permit?International individuals who will be in Tennessee for more than 30 days are considered Tennessee residents for driving purposes and must apply for a Tennessee driver's license within 30 days of arrival in the state. Please review the for guidance on getting a state driver's license.
In addition, please review the topics above 'Internationals With Foreign Licenses.' International individuals who will be in Tennessee for less than 30 days and will not become Tennessee residents do not need to apply for a Tennessee driver's license. These international visitors are permitted to drive in Tennessee but it is strongly recommended that an International Driving Permit (IDP) be obtained before coming to the USA. An IDP is not required but it is valuable for situations where traffic violations or auto accidents occur as the IDP will provide an official English translation of the foreign license. In addition, it can be used along with the foreign driver's license to obtain a Tennessee driver's license.The IDP is not a driver's license and does not give official permission to drive in Tennessee under the same regulations and rules that a Tennessee driver's license does. The IDP, by itself, is not valid for driving in the USA; it is only an official translation of the foreign driver's license and must be accompanied by the actual valid, unexpired driver's license given to the foreign visitor by his or her home country.
All IDPs used in the USA (including Tennessee) must be translated into English.IDPs are issued only by the country or state that issued the driver's license connected with the IDP document. In most countries the national automobile club or association is responsible for issuing the IDP. A list of IDP issuers, by country, can be found at, however international individuals should also follow the guidance provided by the driver's licensing agency in their home country.The Tennessee Dept. Of Safety does not issue IDPs to US residents or international individuals. In the USA only two organizations have official permission to issue IDPs. Those two organizations are the American Automobile Association (AAA) or the National Automobile Club (NAC). If you are hold a driver's license issued by any State in the USA and wish to obtain an IDP for travel abroad, please contact either the AAA at or the NAC at for online information and the application.A US resident cannot use an IDP for driving in the USA or its territories.
The US Federal Trade Commission has issued warnings about fraudulent IDP websites and online scams at. I Have More QuestionsFor any additional information and to find the closest Department of Safety office, please visit their official site at:. Here you can find the Driver Services' locations, office hours, fees, directions, and a link to the driver's manual. You should also thoroughly read the Tennessee Driver's Manual for information about obtain a Tennessee temporary driver's license (or identification document) as it includes test preparation materials. The handbook can be found by clicking here:.
Driver License Suspension in TennesseeWhen your driver's license is suspended, revoked, or cancelled, you can't legally drive in Tennessee.The Tennessee Department of Safety (DOS) suspends driver licenses because of driving record point accumulation and serious traffic violations.IMPORTANT NOTE: In addition to any penalties the DMV may enforce, you may also be subject to criminal fines and penalties. About Your Suspended License in TNThe most common reason for license suspension in Tennessee is point accumulation on your driving record. For each speeding ticket or other traffic infraction you get, you receive points on your record.Once those points start to add up, you face license suspension by the Driver Improvement Section of the TN DOS. License Suspension and Your Car InsuranceLicense suspension canwreak havoc on your.You'll need tofile an SR-22, which is documentation stating you're carrying the required amount of coverage. You may be required to have an SR-22 for as many as 5 years.
For more information on SR-22s, please visit our page.Second, having a suspended driver's license will affect any new auto insurance quotes you receive. Providers like drivers with clean records, meaning a poor record can result in higher rates or even denial of coverage.Suspension Hearings and Appeals in TN HearingsAdults facing license suspension are given theoption to request an administrative hearing, which is a hearing performed under the DOS Driver Improvement Program. If an adult driver is notified of a proposed suspension and does not request a hearing, he will face suspension of his license.In contrast, minor drivers (under 18 years old)must attend a hearing with a parent or legal guardian. Note thatcriminal hearings or penalties may also apply. DMV.ORG TIP: Don't Face the Courts Alone!If your license has been suspended, it's wise to have a knowledgeable traffic ticket attorney by your side to help you navigate the legal system. For information about attorneys near you. AppealsIf your license has been suspended under the DOS's Driver Improvement Program at your hearing, you may be able appeal your suspension.
Contact the TN DOS at (615) 251-5166.How to Reinstate a Driver's License in TennesseeReinstating your suspended or revoked license in Tennessee depends on your specific situation.For example, sometimes you can take ato avoid or reduce suspension time; sometimes you're not eligible. Reinstatement fees vary (see “Fees for Reinstating Your TN License' below) and sometimes your reason for suspension requires longer suspension periods.Generally, the TN DOS provides you with reinstatement information specific to your own license suspension; however, there are 5 ways you can contact the DOS for information specific to you:. Visit the state's page.
If you aren't sure about your fees (or any other details), follow the instructions on the page or choose one of the remaining options below. Send an email to. Allow 2 business days for a response and include the following:. Full name.
Date of birth. Social Security number. TN driver's license number. Reason for license suspension, revocation, or cancellation (if you know it). Current mailing address. Current telephone number. Call (866) 903-7357 or for TDD (615) 532-2281, or fax (615) 253-2093.
You can reach an examiner Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. CST. You can receive information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week if you know your driver's license number.
Pay Reinstatement Fee Online Tennessee
Visit one of the. Days and hours of operation vary by location. Call ahead. Write the DOS. Looking for a DUI Attorney?Find an attorney in your area to help you with your DUI conviction or suspended license.for more information.Restricted TN LicensesSimilar to license reinstatement, obtaining a restricted driver's license depends on your situation.