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Tags & registration · Chattanooga, TN

Car tags and sticker renewal in Chattanooga, TN

You do not need a Tennessee driver's license to register a car here. We prepare the full Hamilton County paperwork and tell you exactly what's missing before you pay anything.

Tennessee plate and renewal sticker handled at El Paisa Cargo, Chattanooga TN
What to bring
  • —The title in your name, or the bill of sale if you just bought it
  • —Tennessee proof of residency: power or water bill, or your lease
  • —Photo ID: passport, consular ID, ITIN letter or any state's license
  • —Odometer reading for 2011 and newer vehicles
  • —For renewals: the renewal notice or your plate number

Missing something? Text us a photo and we'll tell you if it works before you drive over.

01 · How it works

Three steps and you leave with your sticker.

1

Send us photos

Photo of the title and your ID on WhatsApp. We check it's complete and quote you before you come in.

2

Come to the shop

Bring the originals and sign. We fill out every county form for you.

3

Pick it up

You get your sticker and registration. We keep your expiration date and remind you when renewal is due.

Sticker already expired?

Send your plate number on WhatsApp and we'll quote the total.

Ask about your tags
02 · Frequently asked questions

The questions we get at the counter.

Can I get tags without a Tennessee driver's license?+

Yes. Tennessee does not require a driver's license to register a vehicle. You need ID and proof that you live in the state — a passport, consular ID or ITIN works.

Can I use an ITIN instead of a Social Security number?+

Yes, an ITIN works for vehicle registration. If you don't have one yet, we can file for it here too.

How much does it cost?+

It depends on the county, the plate type and whether it's a renewal or a new plate. State fees change, so we quote the exact total before we start — never any surprises.

I just moved from another state. What do I do?+

Bring the out-of-state title or registration plus Tennessee proof of residency. We transfer the registration and issue your Tennessee plate.

How long does it take?+

With complete paperwork, most renewals are same-day. Out-of-state transfers and titles take longer because the county processes them.

I bought the car privately and never got the title. Is that a problem?+

You can't register it without a title. It has to be recovered from the seller or replaced with a duplicate. Come in and we'll walk you through it.

Do I need insurance to get tags?+

Tennessee requires insurance to drive. If you don't have it, we quote it here and you can leave with tags and insurance the same day.

03 · Leave us your info

Prefer a call back?

Leave your number and we'll tell you exactly what your tags need. No obligation.

Your info goes straight into our system. We answer the same business day.

04 · Other services we handle
Visit us

We're on Lee Hwy, with parking at the door.

Hours
Mon to Wed10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Thursday10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Fri & Sat10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sunday10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

During tax season (January to April) hours run longer. Confirm on WhatsApp before coming in.

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