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County Motor Vehicle Privilege Tax Exemption

Exemption from county motor vehicle privilege tax (wheel tax) for 100% P&T disabled veterans and former POWs (TCA 5-8-102).

Verified May 12, 2026againsttn.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Tax Benefits — Tennessee
Who it's for
Veterans
VA rating needed
100% or higher
Estimated value
$25-$100/year
Where it applies
Tennessee
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is County Motor Vehicle Privilege Tax Exemption?

County Motor Vehicle Privilege Tax Exemption is a Tennessee tax benefits benefit for veterans. Exemption from county motor vehicle privilege tax (wheel tax) for 100% P&T disabled veterans and former POWs (TCA 5-8-102). Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is $25-$100/year.

Who qualifies

Veterans
  • Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
  • Tennessee residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Tennessee agency.

Open application

What County Motor Vehicle Privilege Tax Exemption covers

Overview

Eligibility (TCA 5-8-102(a) & (d)): 100 percent permanent, total service-connected disability OR former prisoner of war, as determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

How to apply for County Motor Vehicle Privilege Tax Exemption

How to apply

Submit evidence of disability (VA rating letter) to the officer in the county responsible for collecting the tax (typically the County Clerk).

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: tn.gov

Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

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Frequently asked questions about County Motor Vehicle Privilege Tax Exemption

Who qualifies for County Motor Vehicle Privilege Tax Exemption?▾
County Motor Vehicle Privilege Tax Exemption is for Veterans; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; tennessee residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for County Motor Vehicle Privilege Tax Exemption?▾
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is County Motor Vehicle Privilege Tax Exemption worth?▾
The listed value is $25-$100/year. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for County Motor Vehicle Privilege Tax Exemption?▾
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify County Motor Vehicle Privilege Tax Exemption?▾
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.

Other Tennessee Tax Benefits

No State Income Tax

Tennessee has no state income tax; military retirement pay, VA disability compensation, and TSP distributions are not taxed.

Property Tax Relief for Disabled Veterans

Property tax relief calculated on the first $175,000 of market value of the primary residence for qualifying disabled veterans.

$1,000-$3,000+/year

Specially Adapted Vehicle Tax Exemption

Sales tax exemption on motor vehicles sold/given/donated to disabled veterans receiving a VA automobile grant, plus exemption on automotive adaptive equipment (TCA 67-6-353).

Thousands in tax savings

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