Titling a Vehicle (Current Residents)

Current Tennessee residents can obtain titles for new and used vehicles from their county clerk’s office. Applicants must bring:

For new vehicle titles:

• proof of identification and proof of residency
• manufacturer’s Statement of Origin;
• new vehicle’s invoice; and
• copy of current registration if transferring your license plate.

For used vehicle titles:

• proof of identification and proof of residency
• a valid certificate of title;
• odometer disclosure statement, if applicable; and
• copy of current registration if transferring your license plate.
• Affidavit of Non-Dealer Transfers (For gift, low selling, or lineal relative vehicle transfers)

Titling a Vehicle (New Residents or Those Relocating to Tennessee)

New residents and those relocating to the state can obtain a vehicle title from their local county clerk’s office after emissions testing (if it is required by the county). For locations and hours of emissions testing facilities, visit the Department of Environment and Conservation's website. The Vehicle Inspection Program is found under the Air

Pollution Control Division.

To obtain a vehicle title, bring:

• proof of identification and proof of residency
• passed emissions certificate (if applicable);
• most current out-of-state registration; and
• either the name and address of lienholder to whom you are making payments OR, in the event of no lienholder, your out-of-state title.