Starting January 10, 2025, new and returning residents of Tennessee who hold a driver’s license from California, Connecticut, Illinois, Kentucky, Nevada, Oklahoma, Vermont, or West Virginia will need to present a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) from their former state when applying for a Tennessee license. This MVR must be obtained within 30 days prior to its presentation at a Tennessee Driver Services Center, along with other required documents to secure a Tennessee credential. More detailed information on the necessary documents is available on the [Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security](https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services.html) website.
Currently, Tennessee and 41 other states participate in the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators’ State-to-State (S2S) Verification Service. This service permits participating states to electronically access the complete Driver History Record of anyone applying for a driver’s license. Consequently, individuals relocating from one of these participating states do not need to obtain an MVR to apply for a Tennessee driver’s license.
The S2S system enables states to share real-time information about drivers, such as convictions and license withdrawals. By having access to a driver’s complete history, states aim to reduce fraud risks and enhance road safety by identifying dangerous drivers. Moreover, the S2S service improves the accuracy and speed of processing new credentials in Tennessee.
The requirement for an MVR will be updated as more states join the S2S Verification Service. For the latest information, residents can visit the [Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s MVR Verification page](https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/classd/mvrverification.html).
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