How to get a window tint medical exemption in Tennessee
Tennessee grants an exemption from its tint limits on a qualifying medical certification. There is no state form — Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, Driver Improvement No fee is published.
| What | Tennessee |
|---|---|
| Form | No state form; the signed medical statement is the proof |
| Who certifies | A doctor, by means of a doctor's note submitted with the request. |
| Fee | None published |
| Valid for | Not stated |
| Keep in vehicle | Yes |
| What it covers | The regulated windows. Tennessee does not exempt the windshield. |
| Submit to | Driver.Improvement@tn.gov |
The steps
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Gather the three things the Department asks for: a doctor's note, a copy of the vehicle registration, and your driver licence number.
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Email the request to Driver.Improvement@tn.gov for approval.
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Allow about three to four weeks for processing.
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On approval you receive a decal and a certificate signed by the commissioner. Keep them with the vehicle and show them if you are stopped.
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Do not expect the windshield to be covered — the Department states the windshield cannot be exempted.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a window tint medical exemption in Tennessee?
Gather the three things the Department asks for: a doctor's note, a copy of the vehicle registration, and your driver licence number. Email the request to Driver.Improvement@tn.gov for approval. Allow about three to four weeks for processing. On approval you receive a decal and a certificate signed by the commissioner. Keep them with the vehicle and show them if you are stopped. Do not expect the windshield to be covered — the Department states the windshield cannot be exempted.
What form do I need for a tint exemption in Tennessee?
There is no state form. Tennessee works from the certifying provider's signed statement, which you keep rather than file.
Who can sign a tint exemption in Tennessee?
A doctor, by means of a doctor's note submitted with the request.
What medical conditions qualify for tint in Tennessee?
Tennessee does not publish a list of named conditions. The test is whether a qualifying provider certifies that you require shielding from the sun.
Does the exemption let me tint the windshield in Tennessee?
The regulated windows. Tennessee does not exempt the windshield.
Sources
Reference only, not legal or medical advice. Forms and fees change — confirm against the official source above before you file, and get the form from the agency rather than a third-party form site.