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Frequently Asked Questions
Birth and Death Certificates
How do I get my birth, death, marriage, divorce certificate?
Go to the Vital Records Web site to order online or call (615) 741-1763.
Unemployment
- When will I receive my unemployment check?
What are the numbers that I can speak with a live person in unemployment?
What do I need to qualify for unemployment?
How do I file for an extension of unemployment?
Can I file partial unemployment? -
Contact the Unemployment Benefits Division at (615) 253-0800 or 1-877-813-0950 or e-mail sara.johnson@tn.gov
- I forgot my pin, can you help?
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If you forget your PIN or your PIN is locked, you can either request a new one by going to the Receiving UI Benefits Guide or you can enter in the wrong PIN three times and lock the account, then request a new PIN via fax. The fax number is (615) 253-0808 and put “Unlock PIN” in the attention to line.
- Where is my local unemployment office located?
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FInd a list of offices at the Dept. of Labor Web site.
Driver License
- How do I change my address on my driver license?
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You can change your address online, but you will NOT receive a new license or sticker for the back of your license,. You will aos not receive a new handgun carry permit. If you would like the new address printed on your license, go to a Driver Service Center. See fees for a duplicate license.
- Where is my local DMV?
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You can view a listing of Driver Service Centers or see a map of Driver Service Centers in the state.
- How do I check my license status?
How much is my reinstatement fee?
Do I have any restrictions on my license? -
Visit the Dept. of Safety Web Site or contact them at (615) 741-3954 or 1-866-903-7357 or FinResp.Safety@tn.gov.
- What do I bring to get a new license?
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See the list of documents to bring for a Class D license.
- How do I obtain my driving record?
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See the Dept. of Safety's Web site about getting a copy of your dirving record.
- How do I make a road test appointment?
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Make your appointment for a road test online. If you cannot make the appointment online, you can use the automated phone system at (615) 253-5221.
- How do I cancel a road test appointment?
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You must have your confirmation number to cancel. If you made the appointment online, you can cancel it online. If you do not have your confirmation from the online appointment, contact the TN.gov Help Desk at (615) 313-0300 or help@egovtn.org.
- What does a minor need to get a learners permit?
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You can find information about the graduated driver license program at the Dept. of Safety's Web site..
Handgun Permits
- How do I get a handgun permit?
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Go to the Handgun Carry Permit application pages at the Dept. of Safety's Web site.
- How do I renew my handgun permit?
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Go to the Handgun Carry Permit renewal pages at the Dept. of Safety's Web site.
Human Services
- I lost my food stamp card, can you help?
How do I apply for food stamps?
How do I find out if I’m eligible for food stamps?
Can I apply for food stamps online?
How do I report food stamp fraud? -
Go to the Food Stamps section of the Dept. of Human Services Web site.
- How do I license a daycare?
How do I report a daycare for violations? -
Go the the Child Care section of the Dept. of Human Services.
Dept. of Health
- How do I apply for Tenncare?
For more information visit www.tn.gov/tenncare/mem-apply.html.
- How do I renew my health care license online?
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Renew online at the Online License Renewal and Information Update service.
- Who do I talk to about my health care license?
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For assistance with your license, visit the Health Related Boards Web site.
- How do I check to see if a doctor has bad reviews?
For more information contact Health Related Boards at 615-532-3202, toll-free at 800-778-4123 or by e-mail at tn.health@tn.gov.
- How do I report a doctor?
For more information contact Health Related Boards at 615-532-3202, toll-free at 800-778-4123 or by e-mail at tn.health@tn.gov.
- How can I get information on a nursing home?
For more information contact Health Related Boards at 615-532-3202, toll-free at 800-778-4123 or by e-mail at tn.health@tn.gov.
Alcoholic Beverage Commission (ABC)
- How do I obtain a liquor license?
For more information visit http://www.tn.gov/abc/.
Vehicle Titles and Registrations
- How do I renew my tags?
For more information visit http://www.tn.gov/revenue/faqs/trfaqs.htm or contact the Dept. of Revenue at (615) 741-3101, toll free at 1-888-871-3171 or by e-mail at e-mail.T&R@tn.gov.
- Who do I contact to put a lien on a vehicle?
For more information visit http://www.tn.gov/revenue/faqs/trfaqs.htm or contact the Dept. of Revenue Division of Title and Registration at (615) 741-3101, toll free at 1-888-871-3171 or by e-mail at e-mail.T&R@tn.gov.
Housing
- How do I sign up for Section 8?
For more information visit http://www.thda.org/.
Department of State and Business
- How do I close my business?
For more information contact the Department of State at: (615) 741-2286 or business.services@tn.gov.
- How do I check to see if my business name is available?
For more information contact the Department of State at: (615) 741-2286 or business.services@tn.gov.
- What do I need to start a new business?
For more information contact the Department of State at: (615) 741-2286 or business.services@tn.gov.
- How do I file my annual report online?
For more information contact the Department of State at: (615) 741-2286 or business.services@tn.gov.
- How do I check to see if a law has passed?
You can find this information at: http://www.capitol.tn.gov/help/index.html#bill-passed
Commerce and Insurance
- How do I obtain tenant laws?
For more information contact the Department of Commerce & Insurance at 615-741-2241.
- Who regulates utility companies?
For more information contact the Department of Commerce & Insurance at 615-741-2241.
- How do I renew my security guard license?
For more information contact the Department of Commerce & Insurance at 615-741-2241.
- How do I renew my cosmetology license?
For more information contact the Department of Commerce & Insurance at 615-741-2241.
- How do I make a complaint on a business?
For more information contact the Department of Commerce & Insurance at 615-741-2241.
- How do I get a contractors license?
For more information contact the Department of Commerce & Insurance at 615-741-2241.
- How do I renew a contractor’s license?
For more information contact the Department of Commerce & Insurance at 615-741-2241.
TWRA
- How do I obtain a fishing license?
For more information visit http://www.tn.gov/twra/.
- How do I register my boat?
For more information visit http://www.tn.gov/twra/.
- How do I get my hunting license?
For more information visit http://www.tn.gov/twra/.

