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Driving Record Request

Driver's Abstract or Driving Record

Verified January 15, 2024Last updated: January 15, 2024

Timeline

Request as needed

Time to Complete
15-20 minutes
Cost
Fee applies (check current rates)
Processing Time
Immediate (in person) or 1-2 weeks (by mail)

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Summary

Request a copy of your Nova Scotia driving record (driver's abstract).

In Plain Language:

Get a copy of your driving history record.

Eligibility

You May Qualify If:

  • Nova Scotia driver's license holders
  • People requesting their own driving record

You May NOT Qualify If:

  • People without a Nova Scotia driver's license
  • Unauthorized third parties (without written consent)

Requirements Checklist:

  • □Nova Scotia driver's license
  • □Photo identification
  • □Payment of record fee

Examples:

  • • A person who needs their driving record for a job application
  • • A person who needs their record for insurance purposes
Common Mistakes to Avoid

⚠️ Requesting wrong record type

Check what type of record you need (3-year, 5-year, or complete) before requesting

⚠️ Not bringing proper ID

Bring government-issued photo ID to verify your identity

⚠️ Not knowing what you need

Ask the requesting party (employer, insurance company) what type of record they need

After You Submit

What Happens Next

  1. Your driving record will be generated
  2. If in person: Record provided immediately
  3. If by mail: Record mailed within 1-2 weeks

Check Your Status

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What to Keep

  • • Your driving record
  • • Receipt of payment
  • • Keep record safe - you may need it for multiple purposes

Follow-Up Actions

  • □Provide record to requesting party (employer, insurance, etc.)
  • □Keep a copy for your records
  • □Note the date - records may need to be recent for some purposes

Expected Timeline:

In-person requests receive records immediately. Mail requests take 1-2 weeks.

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