Official government fees, deadlines, and requirements by location.
Official guide
See the Tennessee driver license renewal fee for a standard Class D license, the 8-year renewal cycle, and payment options.
Key takeaway: Confirm the current fee and requirements with the issuing office before visiting.
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Title: Driver License Fees
Section: The fee table lists a $28 total cost for a D-Operator license (eight-year term), $30.50 for a D license with a for-hire endorsement, $29 for a Class M motorcycle license, and $55 for a combined D + M license. The page also notes an extra $4 county clerk administrative fee and lists accepted payment methods.
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Verified on: 2026-01-16 by LocalFees Research
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Source URL: https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/helpful-information/fees.html
At a glance
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Fee
$28
Tennessee lists a $28 total cost for a Class D (D-Operator) license, including a $26 license cost and $2 application fee for an eight-year term. Other non-commercial fees include $30.50 for a D license with a for-hire endorsement, $29 for a Class M motorcycle license, and $55 for a combined D + M license. County Clerk Partners charge an additional $4 administrative fee for services they offer.
Deadline
Tennessee licenses are renewed every eight years from the date of issuance instead of the birthdate.
Waiting period
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2026-01-16
Guide
These sections summarize official guidance and highlight the steps that most often cause delays.
Summary
The renewal fee on this page reflects the total cost to renew a non-commercial license, including the license cost and application fee listed in the fee table.
The table breaks the fee into a $26 license cost plus a $2 application fee for an eight-year license.
Renewal guidance adds that driver licenses for people over age 21 expire every eight years from the issuance date.
Use your license class to confirm the correct fee.
If you renew through a county clerk partner, plan for that extra charge.
Commercial driver license holders must renew in person at a Driver Services Center and provide current medical certification.
Use this checklist to align with Tennessee renewal rules and fees:
CDL holders must bring medical certification, and missing that paperwork can require a return visit.
Official sources for this page include the Tennessee driver license fee schedule and the Renewing Your License guidance.
This page is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Always confirm details with the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security.
Local differences
County-level data will be embedded here when verified. For now, use the official county sources listed above.
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