For vehicles that are not registered under IRP or IFTA, additional permits may be necessary before entering another jurisdiction. Vehicles exceeding limitations on the size and weight are required to obtain a permit.
Trip Permits
In order to operate in a location which is not registered under IRP, a trip permit must be obtained before entering that jurisdiction. The trip permit is a temporary permit issued in lieu of IRP credentials for properly registered vehicles.
Fuel Permits
In order to operate in a location they do not hold an IFTA decal and license, a temporary fuel permit is needed. Carriers must secure a temporary fuel permit prior to entering a jurisdiction for which they are not properly permitted.
Oversize and Overweight Permits
If a vehicle is over dimensional (oversize) or overweight, they need to have a permit authorizing movement according to vehicle size and weight.
Temporary Permits
A Temporary Trip Permit is issued in lieu of IRP plates for travel within Tennessee. The fee for a Temporary Tennessee Trip Permit is $30and is valid for 72 hours. Permits can be obtained through a permitting service, who will charge an additional processing fee.
OW/OD Permits
The Overweight/OverDimensional Permits Sections of the the Tennessee Department of Transportation issues Oversize/Overweight permits. You can obtain permits by mail, in person or order through a permitting service, who will charge an additional processing fee.
