Four Ways to Get Your Georgia Driving Record
You can get your Georgia driving record online, in person, through the mail, or by using the DDS 2 GO app.
Written by Claire Beaney
Edited by Amy Bobinger
To get a copy of your
Georgia
driving record, you can go to the Department of Driver Services site, head to a customer service center, request it by mail, or download the DDS 2 GO app—with costs ranging from $6 to $8.- Georgia Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) can be obtained online, in person, by mail, or through the DDS 2 GO app.
- The price ranges from $6 for a 3-year report to $8 for a 7-year or lifetime report. Depending on how you make your request, there are also various ways to pay.
- You can choose between a certified MVR, which is printed and mailed out, and a non-certified MVR, which can be viewed online for 30 days.
- Businesses that order 50+ MVRs per month—like insurance companies and ride-sharing platforms—can qualify for bulk MVR requests
- Georgia Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) can be obtained online, in person, by mail, or through the DDS 2 GO app.
- The price ranges from $6 for a 3-year report to $8 for a 7-year or lifetime report. Depending on how you make your request, there are also various ways to pay.
- You can choose between a certified MVR, which is printed and mailed out, and a non-certified MVR, which can be viewed online for 30 days.
- Businesses that order 50+ MVRs per month—like insurance companies and ride-sharing platforms—can qualify for bulk MVR requests
Obtain your Georgia MVR online, in person, by mail, or on the app
On the DDS website
The first method you can use to obtain your
driving record
is through the Georgia Department of Driver Services website
.You just have to create an online account (if you don’t already have one) to request your record! Then choose which type of record you want to get—you can receive a 3-year or 7-year MVR, either certified or non-certified.
In person, at a Customer Service Center
If you need immediate access to your driving record, the fastest way to get it is by heading to a DDS Customer Service Center. Check out a list of locations
here
.A 3-year, 7-year, or lifetime MVR can be requested in person.
You'll have to fill out the required
Motor Vehicle Request Form (Form DDS-18)
. The completed form must be an original copy; faxed or photocopied versions will not be accepted. Your full name, date of birth, and Georgia driver's license
number must be provided, so be sure to bring the appropriate documents and ID for that.If you are requesting on behalf of another individual, you are required to have their signature with you.
Through the mail
If for any reason you are unable to visit an office, you can request a copy of your Georgia MVR via mail. A certified copy can be obtained by submitting a letter or DDS-18 form requesting a 3-year, 7-year, or lifetime MVR.
The following information must be included in the request:
- Full name exactly as it appears on your driver's license
- Driver's license number
- Date of birth
- Mailing address
- Self-addressed, stamped envelope
- Signature of the driver (if requesting for someone else)
- If necessary, acredit card authorization form
If you’ve gathered all of these items, you can mail your request to this address:
Georgia Department of Driver Services
MVR Request
Post Office Box 80447
Conyers, Georgia 30013
In the DDS 2 GO app
The final way you can view your driving record is through the official
DDS 2 GO app
, which is available on both Apple and Android.The app allows you to view 2 years of your driving history for free, but you can also request a 3-year, 7-year, non-certified, or certified MVR report. To obtain your driving record via the app, follow the same steps as described above for the online request.
The fee for your MVR is $6 or $8
The cost of obtaining your Georgia MVR varies depending on the type of report you request. The fee for the 3-year report is $6. The fee increases to $8 if you require a more comprehensive report spanning 7 years or a lifetime.
And depending on the way you chose to request your MVR, the methods you can use to pay will change as well. Here’s a breakdown of the various payment methods accepted:
Accepted payments | |
|---|---|
Website | - Valid credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover) - Print payment coupon and mail payment using a credit card, check, cashier check, or money order made out to the Department of Driver Services |
In-person | - Cash - Credit - Debit |
Through mail | - Check, money order, or cashier check made out to the Department of Driver Services |
On app | - Can view 2-ear MVR for free |
Certified vs. non-certified MVR
You have two choices when it comes to getting your driving record. The first one is the certified MVR, which can't be viewed online. Instead, this version is printed, certified, and mailed either directly to you or to a third party you choose.
These are primarily used for
employment purposes
, insurance companies, and other instances that require a version stamped and certified by DDS.A non-certified MVR, on the other hand, can only be viewed. It will be available for 30 days following the requested date. A non-certified version can be printed, but it cannot be downloaded to your computer.
Bulk MVRs
Georgia businesses that request over 50 MVRs per month can qualify for bulk MVR reports.
This allows them to consolidate their requests for multiple MVRs into a single submission. This helps them acquire necessary driving history information in a more systematic and organized fashion, saving businesses time and effort.
Here are some examples of companies that may request bulk MVR reports:
- Insurance providers: Insurance companies frequently request bulk MVRs to assess policyholders' or potential clients' driving records. This data helps them in determining insurance rates and coverage eligibility.
- Fleet management companies:Rental carfirms, logistics organizations, and transportation services that manage a fleet of vehicles may seek bulk MVRs to verify the drivers they hire satisfy certain driving criteria.
- Ride-sharing and delivery platforms: Companies such asUber, Lyft, and food delivery servicesmay request bulk MVRs to evaluate potential drivers' driving records before allowing them to register on their platforms.
- Background check companies: Background check providers may request bulk MVRs as part of their extensive background screening services, which different businesses may use to evaluate potential employees or clients.
- Law enforcement and legal agencies: Legal firms, law enforcement agencies, and lawyers can request bulk MVRs forcar accidents, violations, and disputes.
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