Driver Abstract

Types of driver's abstracts

There are 2 types of abstracts that can be requested for 3, 5 or 10 year periods:

Standard Driver's Abstract

A Standard Driver's Abstract provides information from an individual's driving record, including:

• driver information (name, address, licence number and issue date, etc.)
• driver's appearance (height, weight, sex, etc.)
• current status of the driver's licence
• conviction information
• demerit points
• suspensions.

The driver's abstract doesn't show the individual's driving experience or the date first licensed.

Commercial Driver's Abstract

A Commercial Driver's Abstract allows for employers to assess safety risks associated with a driver prior to hiring them. It provides most of the same information as the Standard Driver's Abstract plus information about Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) inspections.

However, the Commercial Driver's Abstract does not include information about the driver's appearance.

How to order

You can request a driver's abstract online or in person at a registry agent.

Online

A verified Alberta.ca Account is required for online orders. If you do not already have a verified Alberta.ca Account, allow 10 business days after signing up for an account to receive your activation code in the mail and finalize your verification before completing your online order.

From a registry agent

Step 1. Fill out an application

Request for Personal Driving and Motor Vehicle Information

Step 2. Drop off the application

Bring your application to a registry agent, along with an accepted photo ID. Sign and date the form in front of the registry agent clerk.

How to order if you are outside Alberta

You can request a driver's abstract while outside Alberta.

Step 1. Fill out an application

Notarized Request for Personal Driving and Motor Vehicle Information

Do not sign the form until you are at a Notary Public (see Step 2).

Step 2. Go to a Notary Public

A Notary Public needs to verify your identity, and notarize the application form and the copy of accepted photo ID:

• Alberta or Canadian Driver's Licence
• Alberta Identification Card
• Citizenship Card
• Immigration Card
• Naturalization Card
• Permanent Resident Card
• Passport

You must sign the form in front of the Notary Public.

Step 3. Send the application

Send the following documents to an Alberta registry agent:

• a signed and notarized application form
• a notarized copy of accepted photo ID
• any fees required by the registry agent

The abstract will be returned to you by registered mail or courier at the address shown in the application. Contact the registry agent for specific details.