To the best of our knowledge the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) is not likely to issue you a MA driver's license while your driver's license is suspended in Virginia.

On the application for a MA driver's license it specifically notes that this application will be processed through the National Driver Register (NDR) and the Commercial Driver License Information System (CDLIS) to verify the status of operating privileges in other jurisdictions and the social security number will be verified with the Social Security Administration.

All US states have access to the National Drivers Register (NDR), which is a database of problems drivers. They define problem drivers for this registry as those who have convictions for serious traffic offenses or whose driver's license has been suspended, revoked, canceled or denied. So when Massachusetts would run your name through the NDR they should see the VA license suspension and deny you a license until the issues in Virginia were cleared up.

Typically a state will require that you get your license reinstated in the state that your license is suspended and before you can obtain a license in your new state. You can contact the MA RMV directly though to see about your specific situation and if you can apply and get a driver's license while your current license is suspended in Virginia. If you cannot the RMV should be able to advise you to what they will require you to do so that at a later date you can apply and receive a MA driver's license.

Once you have taken care of your licensing issues you can use our car insurance estimator to get quotes for MA auto insurance.