The fastest way to change your address in Tennessee

You can change your address on your Tennessee driver's license online through the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security website, by mail, or in person at a driver services center. The online method takes about 10 minutes and costs nothing. You do not need to take a new photo or retake any tests — the address change alone is a straightforward update that keeps your current license valid.

Tennessee lets you change your address without getting a new physical license card. Your current license stays good; only the address record updates in the system. This matters because you won't have to carry around an old card with outdated information, and law enforcement can see your current address when they scan your license.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your address online at the Tennessee Department of Safety website in about 10 minutes at no cost.
  • If you prefer in-person service, visit any driver services center with your current license and proof of your new address.
  • By mail, send your current license, a completed form, and proof of address to the address listed on the form — processing takes 7 to 10 business days.
  • Your current license remains valid during and after the address change; you do not receive a new card unless you request one.
  • Proof of address can be a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, or bank statement dated within the last 60 days.

Changing your address online

Go to the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security website and look for the driver services section. You will find a link to change your address online. You will need your current Tennessee driver's license number, your Social Security number, and your date of birth to log in.

Once you are logged in, enter your new address exactly as it appears on your proof of address document. Tennessee's system will verify the information and process the change when ready. You will receive a confirmation number on screen — save or print this for your records. The address change takes effect right away in the state's system, even though your physical card still shows the old address.

Changing your address in person at a driver services center

Bring your current Tennessee driver's license and one document that proves your new address. Acceptable proof includes a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, bank statement, or government mail dated within the last 60 days. The document must show your name and your new address.

Walk in during business hours — most driver services centers do not require appointments for address changes. Tell the clerk you need to update your address. They will scan your license, verify your proof of address, and process the change on the spot. You will walk out with your original license showing the old address, but your record in the state system will show the new one. If you want a new physical card with the updated address printed on it, you can request one, though this usually costs extra and takes several weeks to arrive by mail.

Changing your address by mail

read the address change form from the Tennessee Department of Safety website, or call your local driver services center and ask them to mail you one. The form is short — it asks for your name, license number, old address, new address, and signature.

Include your current driver's license (a photocopy is fine) and one document proving your new address, dated within the last 60 days. Mail everything to the address listed on the form. Processing takes 7 to 10 business days from the date they receive your envelope. You will not receive anything back in the mail unless you requested a new physical card; the address change happens in the system silently. If you need confirmation that the change went through, you can call the driver services center after 10 business days and they can verify it for you.

What counts as proof of your new address

Tennessee accepts several types of documents as proof of address. A utility bill (electric, gas, water, or internet) in your name works. So does a lease agreement, mortgage statement, property tax bill, or bank or credit card statement. The document must show your name and your new address, and it must be dated within the last 60 days. A printed bank statement from your online account counts as long as it shows the date you printed it.

Documents that do not work include a driver's license from another state, a postcard, or mail addressed to "Resident" or "Current Occupant." If you just moved and have not received any mail at your new address yet, ask your landlord or mortgage company for a signed letter on their letterhead confirming your residency, or bring a lease agreement instead.

If you moved out of state or lost your license

If you have moved to another state, you will need to get a driver's license from that state instead. Tennessee cannot update an address for someone who no longer lives in Tennessee. Contact your new state's Department of Motor Vehicles to learn their process.

If you lost your Tennessee license, you cannot change the address on it — you will need to replace the license first. Go to a driver services center with proof of your identity and proof of your new address. They will issue you a replacement license with your new address on it. There is a fee for a replacement license, which varies but is usually between $15 and $25.

How long the address change takes to show up

Online changes take effect when ready in Tennessee's system. In-person changes at a driver services center also happen right away. By mail, allow 7 to 10 business days from the date the department receives your envelope.

Your physical license card will still show your old address until you request a new card. Law enforcement and government agencies can see your updated address when they look up your license in the system, so the change is official even if your card looks outdated. If you want a new card printed with your new address, you can request one at any driver services center or include a request with your mail-in form — this usually costs $10 to $20 and takes 2 to 4 weeks to arrive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to get a new license card when I change my address?

No. Your current license stays valid and the address change happens in the state's system. Your physical card will show your old address, but police and government offices can see your new address when they look you up. If you want a new card printed with your new address, you can request one, but it costs extra and takes several weeks.

What if I don't have a utility bill or lease to prove my new address?

A bank statement, credit card statement, mortgage statement, or property tax bill all work as long as they show your name, new address, and are dated within the last 60 days. If you have none of these, ask your landlord or property manager for a signed letter on their letterhead confirming you live there.

Can I change my address online if I'm out of state?

Yes, the online method works from anywhere. You only need your license number, Social Security number, and date of birth. However, if you have permanently moved out of Tennessee, you should get a license from your new state instead of just changing the address.

How do I know if my address change went through?

If you changed it online or in person, you got confirmation right away. If you mailed it in, call your local driver services center after 10 business days and give them your license number — they can tell you whether the change is in the system.

What if my new address is a P.O. box?

Tennessee does not allow a P.O. box as your primary address on a driver's license. You must provide a street address where you actually live. If you use a P.O. box for mail, use your home address on the license and update your mailing address separately with the post office if needed.