In Tennessee, to get a driver’s license, you need to be at least 15 for a Learner’s Permit or 16 for a regular license. You must pass written, vision, and driving tests, show proof of identity, residency, legal presence, and social security number, take a medical exam if needed, and pay a fee. You also need to hold the Learner’s Permit for at least 180 days and follow the graduated licensing system rules for the first 6 months.