Which state do I need the record from?

The record must come from the state where your US license was most recently issued, regardless of where you currently live.

How long does it take?

State DMV turnaround times and Secretary of State processing windows vary. We provide a realistic timeline when you order.

My foreign employer wants a certified translation too — is that possible?

Yes. We can pair the apostilled driving record with a certified translation into the language your employer or authority requires.

Do I need a certified or abstract driving record, or a full history?

Requirements differ by country and purpose. We'll confirm the correct record type for your destination before ordering from the DMV.

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US Driving Record apostille

A US driving record (also called a Motor Vehicle Record or MVR) documents your licensing status, traffic violations, and accident history. When you're moving abroad, applying for a work visa, exchanging your US license for a foreign one, or joining an employer that requires a verified driving history, the receiving authority often requires the record to carry an apostille from the state that issued it.

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What is a US Driving Record apostille?

A driving record is issued by a state's Department of Motor Vehicles or equivalent agency, making it a state government document. An apostille attached by that state's Secretary of State (or the designated competent authority) confirms that the DMV's seal and signature on the record are genuine. The apostille is the internationally recognized certification under the 1961 Hague Convention.

When you need one

Typical use cases include exchanging a US driver's license for a foreign license in your new country of residence, submitting driving history to a foreign insurance company or employer, satisfying a visa or residency application requirement, and proving eligibility to drive company vehicles for an overseas posting.

How Laurela handles it

We identify which state issued your license, obtain or verify the official driving record from that state's DMV, and route it to the appropriate Secretary of State for apostille. If your destination country does not participate in the Hague Convention, we handle consular legalization instead.

Apostille vs. embassy legalization

If your destination is a Hague Convention member, an apostille from the issuing state is all you need. For non-member countries — such as certain countries in Asia, the Middle East, or Africa — the document must be legalized through the destination country's consulate in the US. We route correctly based on where you're headed.

Frequently asked questions

Which state do I need the record from?: The record must come from the state where your US license was most recently issued, regardless of where you currently live.
How long does it take?: State DMV turnaround times and Secretary of State processing windows vary. We provide a realistic timeline when you order.
My foreign employer wants a certified translation too — is that possible?: Yes. We can pair the apostilled driving record with a certified translation into the language your employer or authority requires.
Do I need a certified or abstract driving record, or a full history?: Requirements differ by country and purpose. We'll confirm the correct record type for your destination before ordering from the DMV.

This page explains a general process and is not legal advice. Requirements vary by issuing authority and destination country; we confirm the specifics for your order. Verified 2026-06-20.