Transferring a Car Title in Tennessee
Steps and fees to transfer a vehicle title in Tennessee when you buy, sell or inherit a car, and the deadline to register after moving.
Short answer: Titles are issued by the county clerk's office. For a used vehicle, bring proof of identification and residency, a valid certificate of title, an odometer disclosure statement if applicable, and a copy of current registration if transferring your plate; Tennessee Department of Revenue, Titling a Vehicle (Current Residents)
| Transferring a car title | Titles are issued by the county clerk's office. For a used vehicle, bring proof of identification and residency, a valid certificate of title, an odometer disclosure statement if applicable, and a copy of current registration if transferring your plate; gifts, low-price sales and transfers between lineal relatives use an Affidavit of Non-Dealer Transfers. |
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| Registering after you move | New or returning residents with a driver license from another state must get a Tennessee driver license no later than 30 days after establishing residency, at a full-service Driver Services Center, and must surrender the out-of-state license. To title a vehicle, bring proof of identification and residency, the most current out-of-state registration, and either the out-of-state title or the lienholder's name and address to the county clerk. Vehicle title page: https://www.tn.gov/revenue/title-and-registration/vehicle-titling/titling-a-vehicle-new.html. |
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FAQ
How do you transfer a car title in Tennessee?
Titles are issued by the county clerk's office. For a used vehicle, bring proof of identification and residency, a valid certificate of title, an odometer disclosure statement if applicable, and a copy of current registration if transferring your plate; gifts, low-price sales and transfers between lineal relatives use an Affidavit of Non-Dealer Transfers.
How long do you have to register your car after moving to Tennessee?
New or returning residents with a driver license from another state must get a Tennessee driver license no later than 30 days after establishing residency, at a full-service Driver Services Center, and must surrender the out-of-state license. To title a vehicle, bring proof of identification and residency, the most current out-of-state registration, and either the out-of-state title or the lienholder's name and address to the county clerk.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.