Driver abstract

Choose how to purchase the abstract. If you are purchasing at a kiosk, you can use a credit card, cheque, or money order. If you are purchasing online, you must use a credit card or Interact Online.

If you are purchasing through mail, you must use a Canadian bank-issued money order or cheque. Order and pay for the abstract. Complete the required application documents fully and submit the required payment through your desired method of communication. Check again before paying to make sure that you are ordering the right abstract type. If you are ordering by mail, make sure that the ministry of transportation has your correct address, as they will mail the abstract to your legal address.

Receive your driver abstract. Some abstracts, like uncertified 3-years, may be available immediately in the form of an email or download. However, others, like any certified abstract or a Complete driver's record, must be mailed to you. Mailed abstracts can take between 4 and 6 weeks to reach you. You will simply need to provide your license number and your payment, which can be in the form of cash, check, or credit card.

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 8. What if I have only had Ontario G license for 1 year and all other driving has been done in British Columbia? Your abstract will show records from your driving in both Ontario and B. There is no need to get abstracts from both provinces. Not Helpful 0 Helpful 3. What would constitute a "clean" drivers abstract? I have a speeding ticket but it was only 10 km over the limit.

Is this something that could prevent me from getting a job? That all depends on the employer and their qualifications for drivers.

Most employers would not be overly concerned about the ticket, especially if you are open about disclosing it to them.

However, some may still demand completely clean driver's records. Not Helpful 1 Helpful 4. What type of driver abstract do I need to obtain auto insurance in the province of British Columbia? I am presently in Ontario. You will likely need either a Driver's licence history or a complete driver's record.

Ask your insurance agent or call the provider's customer service line to find out which document you need. Not Helpful 4 Helpful 6. Not Helpful 1 Helpful 3. If I order an un-certified abstract, will I have to ever purchase it again, or will it update on its own? It doesn't update, so if you would like to have it updated to the current date, you'll need to purchase it again.

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 0. Kiosks in your area can be found by visiting the Service Location Finder on ServiceOntario, which is maintained by the government of Ontario. Not Helpful 3 Helpful 2. Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered. You may also be required to get a driver abstract from your current province if you are moving to another province. Check with that province's transport ministry to see what document you need.

Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0. If you are not sure which type you need, you can call the Ministry of Transportation or toll free in Canada and ask. All driver's abstracts are dated, and are generally not accepted if they are too old as they may no longer be accurate. The date of acceptance varies between requestors.

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Close window. You will be charged even if no record is found. This service is not intended for multiple bulk orders. If you need to order a certified 3-year record online, visit the Ministry of Transportation website and follow the instructions. Your order will be processed within 15 business days and then sent by regular mail via Canada Post. If you need the licence history immediately , visit a ServiceOntario centre.