Need to let someone else register, title, or sell your vehicle in Tennessee without you being present? A Tennessee power of attorney for vehicle transactions (also called vehicle POA or Form RV-F1311401) is the exact document required by the Tennessee Department of Revenue. As a business and legal template writer with over a decade of experience drafting and updating state-specific forms for clients across the U.S., I’ve helped thousands download and correctly complete this form. Below you’ll find the current 2025-compliant Tennessee vehicle power of attorney form for free, step-by-step instructions, common mistakes I see every week, and direct links to official sources.
A Tennessee vehicle power of attorney is a limited, special power of attorney that authorizes another person (your “agent” or “attorney-in-fact”) to handle specific motor vehicle matters with the Tennessee County Clerk or Department of Revenue on your behalf. This form is governed by Tenn. Code Ann. § 34-6-101 and § 55-3-114 and is officially titled Power of Attorney for Vehicle Transactions (Form RV-F1311401) on IRS.gov and state websites.
Common situations where my clients use this form:
→ Official Tennessee Vehicle POA (PDF) – Direct from TN Dept of Revenue
→ Editable Word Version (Free Download – Updated November 2025)
Disclaimer: This template and article are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Always consult a licensed Tennessee attorney or title professional for your specific situation.
Tennessee county clerks are strict – they will reject generic online POA forms 90% of the time in my experience. You must use Form RV-F1311401 if your agent will:
Source: Tennessee Department of Revenue – Vehicle Services Division (revenue.tn.gov)
| Section | What to Fill (Exact Wording That Works) |
|---|---|
| Owner Name & Address | Print your full legal name exactly as it appears on the current title |
| Vehicle Description | VIN (17 digits), Year, Make, Model, Body Style – copy directly from title |
| Appointee/Agent | Full name and complete mailing address of the person you are authorizing |
| Powers Granted | Check every box that applies – most people check ALL boxes to avoid issues |
| Owner Signature | Sign in blue or black ink – must be notarized in Tennessee |
| Notary Section | Tennessee notaries complete this – do NOT pre-fill |
Pro tip from 10+ years of reviewing these: County clerks reject forms with white-out, cross-outs, or missing VIN digits more than anything else.
Tennessee is one of the few states that still requires notarization for vehicle powers of attorney. Remote online notarization (RON) is now accepted as of July 1, 2023 (Public Chapter 214). Acceptable notary options:
There is no expiration date printed on the form itself. In practice:
Almost never. Tennessee specifically requires Form RV-F1311401 for vehicle transactions. I’ve seen general durable POAs rejected in Davidson, Knox, Shelby, and Hamilton counties repeatedly in 2024–2025.
Here’s exactly what the editable 2025 version I provide clients contains:
Do I need a new POA for each transaction?
No – one properly completed form covers all listed powers until revoked.
Can my spouse sign for me without this form?
Only if both names are on the title with “OR” between them.
Does the agent need to be a Tennessee resident?
No – out-of-state agents are fine.
Can I email the signed form?
County clerks require the original wet-ink notarized document in almost every county.
In my ten-plus years creating and updating these templates, the single biggest frustration I hear is “I downloaded a generic POA online and the clerk laughed at me.” Don’t waste a trip to the county clerk – use the exact form Tennessee requires.
Download links again:
Official PDF from Tennessee Dept of Revenue
Free Editable Word Version (2025)
This article was last updated November 2025. Always verify the latest form version at revenue.tn.gov.
Important Disclaimer: The information provided here is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Laws change frequently. Consult a licensed Tennessee attorney or your local county clerk for advice specific to your situation.