How to Get Your MVR in Wisconsin
Wisconsin driving records are issued by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation — Division of Motor Vehicles. Order yours directly from the state for $5.00 — no reseller markup — and use it for your driver qualification file or your truck insurance quote.
Wisconsin Record Types and Fees
| Record | History | Certified | Fee | DQ file |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Driving Record (online, non-certified) | 5-year | No | $5.00 | ✓ |
| Standard Driving Record (mail, non-certified) | 5-year | No | $7.00 | ✓ |
| Certified Driving Record (mail only) | 5-year | Yes | $12.00 | ✓ |
Fees last verified 2026-08 against the official WI ordering page. States change fees — the official page always controls.
Order Online — Emailed within minutes of completing the transaction
- Go to https://wisconsindot.gov/pages/online-srvcs/other-servs/request-record.aspx
- You may only request your OWN driving record online
- Provide your Wisconsin Driver License/ID number + last 4 SSN digits + date of birth + gender (or: full name + complete SSN + DOB + gender if no license number)
- Provide a valid email address (record will be emailed — no paper copy is mailed)
- Pay $5.00 by credit/debit card (checking/savings account avoids a convenience fee)
- Your driving record will be emailed to you — download and save it as it is not mailed
Order by Mail
Form: MV2896 Vehicle/Driver Record Information Request (download)
- Download and complete Form MV2896 (Vehicle/Driver Record Information Request)
- Include payment: $7.00 (non-certified) or $12.00 (certified) by check or money order payable to 'Registration Fee Trust'
- Mail to: Driver Records, WisDOT, PO Box 7995, Madison, WI 53707-7995
- Receive record by mail
Mail to: Driver Records, WisDOT, PO Box 7995, Madison, WI 53707-7995
Turnaround: 7–10 business days
Good to Know — Wisconsin Quirks
The online Wisconsin driving record covers the past 5 years of crashes and violations; most entries remain for 5 years, but serious offenses (alcohol-related convictions) may remain permanently. Online records are emailed only — no paper copy is mailed and the transaction cannot be cancelled or refunded once completed. Certified records are only available by mail using Form MV2896 at $12.00. Credit/debit card payments include a small convenience fee for online orders; using a checking/savings account avoids this surcharge.
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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin driving record cost?
- $5.00 online (non-certified, emailed); $7.00 by mail (non-certified); $12.00 by mail (certified).
- How do I get my Wisconsin driving record online?
- Go to wisconsindot.gov/pages/online-srvcs/other-servs/request-record.aspx, enter your license number, last 4 SSN, date of birth, and gender, provide a valid email address, pay $5.00, and the record will be emailed to you.
- Is the Wisconsin online driving record certified?
- No. The online record is non-certified. For a certified copy, use Form MV2896 and mail your request with $12.00 to WisDOT.
- Can I use a Wisconsin MVR for a FMCSA Driver Qualification File?
- Yes. Both the non-certified and certified Wisconsin DMV driving records are state-issued and acceptable under 49 CFR 391.23 for a driver qualification file. Employers typically prefer the certified copy.
- How far back does the Wisconsin driving record go?
- The standard record covers 5 years. However, serious offenses such as alcohol-related convictions and certain traffic crimes may remain on the record permanently.