 He has played also for the U-20 and U-21 Mexico national team.Often, commentators will refer to Efrain Velarde as "Chispa" Velarde for his quickness and ball handling.On 4 June 2014 he was signed by CF Monterrey

On 4 September 2011 he was called up by coach José Manuel de la Torre for a friendly in Barcelona Spain against Chile making it his first international appearance.