How to Get Your MVR in Vermont
Vermont driving records are issued by the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles. Order yours directly from the state for $17.00 — no reseller markup — and use it for your driver qualification file or your truck insurance quote.
Vermont Record Types and Fees
| Record | History | Certified | Fee | DQ file |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Year Driving Record | 3-year | Yes | $17.00 | ✓ |
| Complete (Full) Driving Record | full-history | Yes | $24.00 | ✓ |
Fees last verified 2026-08 against the official VT ordering page. States change fees — the official page always controls.
Order In Person
Form: VG-116 DMV Record Request (download)
- Download and complete form VG-116 (DMV Record Request) from dmv.vermont.gov
- Fill in the 'release' section to authorize disclosure and present a copy of your state-issued ID
- Visit the Vermont DMV office at 120 State Street, Montpelier, VT 05603
- Pay $17.00 (3-year) or $24.00 (complete history) — check accepted
- Receive your certified driving record immediately
Mail to: Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles, 120 State Street, Montpelier, VT 05603
Turnaround: Immediate when in person at the Montpelier office
Order by Mail
Form: VG-116 DMV Record Request (download)
- Download and complete form VG-116 (DMV Record Request) from dmv.vermont.gov
- Include a copy of your state-issued photo ID
- Complete the 'release' authorization section on the form
- Enclose a check for $17.00 (3-year) or $24.00 (complete) payable to Vermont DMV
- Mail to: Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles, 120 State Street, Montpelier, VT 05603
Mail to: Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles, 120 State Street, Montpelier, VT 05603
Turnaround: Typically 7–10 business days by mail
Good to Know — Vermont Quirks
Vermont does not offer a public self-service online MVR portal for individuals — in-person (Montpelier office only) or mail are the only methods. Vermont DMV records are certified. A copy of valid photo ID must accompany all requests. Businesses needing ongoing or bulk access must execute a subscriber agreement. Vermont's fees are among the higher in the region ($17 for 3-year; $24 for full history).
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 Vermont 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 Vermont driving record cost?
- $17.00 for a 3-year record or $24.00 for a complete (full history) driving record.
- Can I order my Vermont driving record online?
- No. Vermont does not have a public online portal for individual driver records. You must submit form VG-116 in person at the Montpelier DMV office or by mail.
- Is the Vermont driving record certified?
- Yes. Records issued by the Vermont DMV through form VG-116 are certified and suitable for employment, insurance underwriting, and FMCSA Driver Qualification File purposes.
- Can a Vermont MVR be used for a FMCSA Driver Qualification File?
- Yes. The certified Vermont DMV record is acceptable under 49 CFR 391.23. Request the complete (full history) record for full DQ file compliance.
- What do I need to submit with my Vermont driving record request?
- A completed and signed form VG-116, a copy of your state-issued photo ID, and a check for $17.00 (3-year) or $24.00 (full history). The 'release' authorization section must be filled out.