How to Get a Driver's License in the Memphis Area

Perhaps you are new to Memphis and need to get a Tennessee driver's license. Maybe you are getting your license for the first time. Or maybe you just need to renew your license or change your address. Whatever your need is, here is all you need to know to get it taken care of.

New to Tennessee:
If you are a new resident of Tennessee, you must bring the following items to a driver's license station:

• Your current license (or certified copy of driving record or other acceptable ID).
• Proof of name change (if applicable), such as original, certified court order, marriage certificate, or divorce decree.
• Two proofs of Tennessee residency showing your name and resident address (no P.O. Boxes) dated within the last four months.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident Status

In addition, you will be required to:

• Take a Tennessee vision exam at the driver's license station.
• Take the Tennessee knowledge, road skills, and vision exams only if your out-of-state license has been expired for six months or more.
• Surrender your out-of-state license at time of application for Tennessee license (foreign country licenses/IDs may be retained).

Getting a Driver's License for the First Time
If you are getting a license for the first time, please note that you must make an appointment to take your driving test. In addition, you will need to bring the following items to a testing station:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident Status
• Primary Proof of Identification
• Secondary Proof of Identification
• Proof of any Name Changes if Different than name on Primary ID
• Two proofs of Tennessee residency showing your name and resident address (no P.O. Boxes) dated within the last four months.

If you are under 18 years of age you will need the above documents plus:

• Teenage Affidavit/Financial Responsibility
• Proof of school attendance/progress
• Certification of 50 Hours Behind the Wheel Driving Experience (Form SF-1256)
• Minor/Teen-age Affidavit and Cancellation form

In addition, to obtain a Tennessee Driver's License for the first time if you are under the age of 18, proof of prior driving experience is required. You must either:

• Obtain a learner permit for at least six months
  OR
• Have been licensed to drive in another state for at least 90 days.

Renewing Your License
The easiest way to renew your license is to do so online at www.tennesseeanytime.org/dlr. Or, you may visit any of the driver's license stations listed at the bottom of this page.

Ordering a Duplicate License
If your driver's license is lost, stolen, or damaged, you may order a duplicate license online at www.tennesseeanytime.org/dupdlr. Or, you may visit any of the driver's license stations listed at the bottom of this page.

Changing Your Address
If you have moved from one Tennessee residence to another, you may change your address online at www.tennesseeanytime.org/chgdl. Or, you may visit any of the driver's license stations listed below.

Driver's License Stations in Shelby County

• 6340 Summer Avenue
  Memphis, TN 38134
  (901) 543-7920
  Monday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.*
  Last appointment time for road tests is 4:30 p.m. daily
• 3200 East Shelby Drive
  Memphis, TN 38118
  (901) 543-7920
  Monday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.*
  Last appointment time for road tests is 4:30 p.m. daily
• Hickory Ridge Mall
  6075 Winchester Road, Suite 525
  Memphis, TN 38115
  (901) 543-7920
  Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.*
• 5019 West Union Road
  Millington, TN 38053
  (901) 872-0800
  Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.*
  Last appointment time for road tests is 4:30 p.m. daily
• 2714 Union Avenue Extended
  Memphis, TN 38112
  (901) 452-7148
  Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. *
  Last appointment time for road tests is 4:30 p.m. daily

  *Please Note: These stations open 1 hour late on the 2nd Wednesday of every month to accommodate a monthly staff meeting.