How to Get Your MVR in Texas
Texas driving records are issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety. Order yours directly from the state for $6.00 — no reseller markup — and use it for your driver qualification file or your truck insurance quote.
Texas Record Types and Fees
| Record | History | Certified | Fee | DQ file |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type 2 — 3-Year Record (Uncertified) | 3-year | No | $6.00 | ✓ |
| Type 2A — 3-Year Record (Certified) | 3-year | Yes | $10.00 | ✓ |
| Type 3 — Complete Record (Uncertified) | full-history | No | $7.00 | ✓ |
| Type 3A — Complete Record (Certified) | full-history | Yes | $10.00 | ✓ |
| Type AR — Full Abstract | full-history | Yes | $20.00 | ✓ |
Fees last verified 2026-08 against the official TX ordering page. States change fees — the official page always controls.
Order Online — Immediate — print or email on completion
- Go to https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/driver-license/how-order-driver-record and click the online order link
- Enter your Texas driver license (or ID) number and the audit number from the back of your card
- Enter your date of birth and last 4 digits of your SSN
- Select the record type you need (Type 2, 2A, 3, 3A, or AR) and pay by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express
- Print or email your record immediately upon completion
Order by Mail
Form: Driver Record Request (Form DR-1) (download)
- Download and complete Driver Record Request Form DR-1 from dps.texas.gov
- Indicate the record type needed (Type 2, 2A, 3, 3A, or AR) and include the applicable fee
- Mail form and payment (check or money order payable to 'Texas DPS') to PO Box 149008, Austin, TX 78714-9008
- Allow 3 weeks from the date the DPS receives your request for processing
Mail to: Texas Department of Public Safety, PO Box 149008, Austin, TX 78714-9008
Turnaround: Allow 3 weeks from receipt by DPS
Good to Know — Texas Quirks
Texas DPS does NOT provide in-person driver record services at any DPS location — online or mail are the only options. The audit number (found on the back of the Texas DL) is required for online orders. Certified records (Types 2A, 3A, AR) carry the DPS seal and are acceptable for all official purposes. The Type AR full abstract at $20.00 is the most comprehensive record and is commonly requested for commercial driver qualification files.
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 Texas 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 Texas driving record cost?
- It depends on the type: 3-year uncertified (Type 2) is $6.00; 3-year certified (Type 2A) is $10.00; complete uncertified (Type 3) is $7.00; complete certified (Type 3A) is $10.00; full abstract (Type AR) is $20.00.
- What do I need to order my Texas MVR online?
- Your Texas driver license number, the audit number printed on the back of your license, your date of birth, and the last 4 digits of your SSN. You'll also need a credit card and a compatible browser.
- Which Texas record type is best for a truck driver's DQ file?
- For a FMCSA Driver Qualification File under 49 CFR 391.23, use the Type 3A (complete certified record) at $10.00 or the Type AR full abstract at $20.00. Both are certified and cover the full driving history.
- Can I get my Texas driving record in person at a DPS office?
- No. Texas DPS does not provide in-person driver record services at any location. You must order online or by mail.
- How long does a Texas mail-in MVR request take?
- Allow 3 weeks from the date DPS receives your request. For immediate results, order online using the audit number from your license.