If you are relocating to Memphis or a newcomer, this list of services will be helpful to you. Please contact us for more information about moving to Memphis.

Memphis Driver's License, Auto Tags & Registration

New residents must get TN tags and a TN driver's license within 30 days. Tennessee residents are required to carry minimum automobile insurance policies. For up-to-date information click here.

Residents living within Memphis city limits need a motor vehicle inspection first. Don't worry about bringing money yet, just documentation of your car's make, Vehicle Identification Number, year, your out of state registration information or renewal notice, and your title, if you have one. Drop by one of the following Motor Vehicle inspection stations.

Department of Motor Vehicle inspection stations. For recorded instructions, call 901-528-2904. To speak to a human, call 901-528-2905.

Next, take the auto inspection certificate they give you, plus either your title or the complete mailing address of your lien holder, to the Shelby County Clerk's office to get tags and complete the registration process. Now's the time to bring money. There is an annual renewal fee.

Shelby County Clerk: 901-545-4244 | Web Site for Shelby County Clerk

Child Care Information

TN Department of Human Services, Child Care Licensing: 170 N. Main, 8th Floor, 38103. 901-543-7964.

Libraries in Memphis & Shelby County

• Memphis Public Library
• Collierville Public Library
• Germantown Community Library

Memphis Schools

• Memphis City Schools (k-12)
• Shelby County Schools (k-12)
• University of Memphis
• Rhodes College
• Christian Brothers University
• LeMoyne-Owen College
• Southwest Tennessee Community College
• Memphis College of Art
• Crichton College
• University of TN Health Science Center
• Bellhaven College
• Remington College
• Baptist College of Health Sciences

Pets

All dogs and cats must be licensed and vaccinated for rabies. Fees are reduced for pets that have been spayed or neutered. Dogs must be leashed when they are away from their homes or kept behind a fence. Memphis Humane Society

Post Offices

General Information - (800) 275-8777

Memphis Utilities, Phone & TV

• AT&T
• Comcast
• Direct TV
• MLG&W - 901-544-MLGW (6549). Residents in Collierville, Germantown, Bartlett & Millington contact MLG&W for electricity and gas. For water, trash & sewage contact respective city government office.

Voter Registration

Voter registration is available to U.S. citizens aged 18 and older. Persons must register 30 days before an election to be eligible to vote. Applications are available at the Election Commission Office. You may also register when you get your driver's license.

More Resources

Tennessee Government Site for Shelby County

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