How to Get Your MVR in New Mexico
New Mexico driving records are issued by the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division (Taxation and Revenue Department). Order yours directly from the state for $9.99 — no reseller markup — and use it for your driver qualification file or your truck insurance quote.
New Mexico Record Types and Fees
| Record | History | Certified | Fee | DQ file |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-Certified Driver Record | 3-year | No | $6.63 | — |
| Certified Driver Record (online) | 3-year | Yes | $9.99 | ✓ |
| Certified Driver Record (in person) | 3-year | Yes | $0.00 | ✓ |
Fees last verified 2026-08 against the official NM ordering page. States change fees — the official page always controls.
Order Online — Immediate
- Go to the MVD Online Driver History Record System at secure.mvd.newmexico.gov
- Enter your 9-digit NM license number, date of birth, and the last 6 digits of your SSN (SSN must be on file with MVD)
- Choose non-certified ($6.63) or certified ($9.99)
- Pay by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, AmEx, Discover)
- Download and print the PDF — purchased records stay retrievable for 30 days
Order In Person
Form: MVD11260 Confidential Records Release Form (download)
- Complete form MVD11260
- Bring it with photo ID to any NM MVD field office (no highlighted documents — MVD rejects them)
- Request a certified or non-certified driver record
- Receive the record during your visit — in-person requests are free
Mail to: Any New Mexico MVD field office
Turnaround: Same visit
Order by Mail
Form: MVD11260 Confidential Records Release Form (download)
- Complete form MVD11260 with your name and phone number
- Mail it to the MVD in Santa Fe (or fax to 505-827-2792)
- Include a return address
- Receive the record by return mail
Mail to: New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division, Joseph Montoya Building, P.O. Box 1028, Santa Fe, NM 87504-1028
Turnaround: Several business days plus mail time
Good to Know — New Mexico Quirks
New Mexico's standard record covers 3 years; there is no 5/10-year or lifetime product, though DWI convictions are retained for 55 years and appear when within scope. The state itself notes the non-certified record is not accepted by employers, insurers, or courts — order the certified version for a DQ file. Your SSN must be on file with MVD for online ordering (call 888-683-4636 if not). In-person certified records are free. Business subscriber access runs through third-party vendor Tyler New Mexico (nminteractive.org).
Why You Need This Record
If you drive a commercial vehicle, your MVR does two jobs. First, FMCSA rule 49 CFR 391.23 requires a driving record from every state where you held a license in the last 3 years in your driver qualification (DQ) file — within 30 days of hire and annually after that. Owner-operators under their own authority keep a DQ file on themselves. Second, insurance carriers pull an MVR on every listed driver before releasing a quote; bringing a New Mexico record dated within 30 days speeds up underwriting and avoids surprises at bind time.
Get a Truck Insurance Quote →Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does a New Mexico driving record cost?
- Online: $6.63 non-certified or $9.99 certified. In person at any MVD field office it is free. Business subscribers pay $10.00 per search through Tyler New Mexico.
- Which New Mexico record do I need for a DQ file or insurance?
- The certified driver record. The MVD states the non-certified copy is not accepted by employers, insurance agencies, or courts.
- How many years does the New Mexico MVR cover?
- Three years of standard history. DWI convictions are retained for 55 years and will show if within the reporting window.
- Why can't I pull my New Mexico record online?
- The online system requires the last 6 digits of your SSN to match MVD's file. If your SSN isn't on file, call 888-683-4636 (888-MVD-INFO) to update it, or order in person.
- How does an insurance agency get ongoing access to NM records?
- Through a subscriber account with Tyler New Mexico, the state's authorized vendor: $75 per year for up to 10 users plus $10 per record, under a signed DPPA agreement.