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How do you get car tags in Tennessee?

I am new to the state of Tennessee and need car tags here. How do I get them?

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Will Baldwin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
The state of
Tennessee
makes this process pretty easy, so don’t worry!
To register your vehicle and get car tags in Tennessee, you’ll need:
  • Your driver’s license
  • Proof of residency
  • Passed emissions certificate, if your county requires it
  • Current out-of-state registration
  • Lienholder or lender information or your out-of-state title
With these documents, you can visit your county clerk’s office and officially register your car!
That said, Tennessee has
specific insurance requirements
. Depending on where you’re moving from, you may need higher coverage limits. Additionally, any time you change your address, your insurance rates could also change.
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