Can I get REAL ID during a replacement in Tennessee?

A REAL ID obtained at a normal renewal uses the standard renewal transaction fee; a mid-cycle duplicate/change fee can apply.

DMV Guide · Tennessee · Verified August 2026

How to Replace a Lost or Stolen Tennessee Driver's License in 2026

Q: How much is a replacement Tennessee driver's license?

Verified August 30, 2026: $8 first duplicate; $12 for subsequent duplicates. Tennessee’s fee schedule lists $8 for the first duplicate and $12 for subsequent duplicate licenses.

Verified August 30, 2026: the current Tennessee replacement/duplicate driver-license fee is $8 first duplicate; $12 for subsequent duplicates. Eligible customers can obtain a duplicate online; record/document changes can require a center. This guide links directly to Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security and avoids generic delivery or document claims that vary by state.

Replacement fee: $8 first duplicate; $12 for subsequent duplicatesRenewal fee: $28Last verified: August 30, 2026

Renewal REAL ID Replacement

Official source · verified August 30, 2026

Use the official replacement source: Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security. Fees, eligibility and accepted documents can change; confirm the official page before paying or submitting documents. DMVVerify does not process DMV transactions.

A Tennessee driver-license replacement (duplicate license) is used when a credential is lost, stolen or damaged. The current verified replacement fee/rule is $8 first duplicate; $12 for subsequent duplicates. Tennessee’s fee schedule lists $8 for the first duplicate and $12 for subsequent duplicate licenses. If your license is near expiration or you need a credential-type/name change, confirm whether renewal, correction or REAL ID is the correct transaction before paying.

How to Replace Your Tennessee Driver's License: Step-by-Step

Eligible customers can obtain a duplicate online; record/document changes can require a center.

1. Confirm you need a replacement

Use the duplicate/replacement process for a lost, stolen, damaged or otherwise unusable credential. A legal-name, address, class or REAL ID change can require a different transaction.

2. Use the official eligibility check

Go to Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security. Online replacement is not universal; the state system determines whether your record qualifies.

3. Provide the state-required identity/account information

Follow the official prompts or office instructions. Do not assume the same identity documents are required for every replacement.

4. Pay the current replacement fee

The verified replacement/duplicate fee is $8 first duplicate; $12 for subsequent duplicates. Tennessee’s fee schedule lists $8 for the first duplicate and $12 for subsequent duplicate licenses.

5. Keep the receipt/temporary credential

Tennessee card delivery varies; use the official transaction confirmation.

Tennessee Driver's License Replacement Fee 2026

Current verified replacement/duplicate fee: $8 first duplicate; $12 for subsequent duplicates. Tennessee’s fee schedule lists $8 for the first duplicate and $12 for subsequent duplicate licenses.

Transaction	Current fee / rule
Replacement / duplicate	$8 first duplicate; $12 for subsequent duplicates
Regular renewal	$28
REAL ID / compliant credential	Same credential transaction fee; no separate REAL ID surcharge at normal renewal

Verified August 30, 2026 against Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security. Convenience, local, late or special-service fees can be additional where applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions: Tennessee License Replacement

How much is a replacement Tennessee driver's license?: $8 first duplicate; $12 for subsequent duplicates. Tennessee’s fee schedule lists $8 for the first duplicate and $12 for subsequent duplicate licenses.
Can I replace my license online?: Eligible customers can obtain a duplicate online; record/document changes can require a center.
What documents do I need?: The answer depends on your record and whether you are also changing name, address, lawful status or credential type. Follow Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security's current replacement instructions.
How long will the new license take?: Tennessee card delivery varies; use the official transaction confirmation.
Can I get or upgrade to REAL ID during replacement?: A REAL ID obtained at a normal renewal uses the standard renewal transaction fee; a mid-cycle duplicate/change fee can apply. If you are changing credential type, follow the official REAL ID page because the fee and document requirements can differ from a simple duplicate.