Starting a new Motor Carrier or Brokerage? Getting your USDOT Number is the first step—and we’re here to help make it simple.

A USDOT Number is essential for:

• Commercial vehicles transporting passengers or cargo across state lines (interstate commerce) or those required to register with the FMCSA.

• Intrastate carriers hauling hazardous materials in quantities that require a safety permit.

Do You Need a USDOT Number?

You must obtain a USDOT Number if your vehicle meets any of the following criteria:

• Transports hazardous materials requiring a safety permit in intrastate commerce (see 49 CFR 385.403).

• Has a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or combination weight rating of 10,001 pounds (4,536 kg) or more.

• Is designed to carry more than 8 passengers (including the driver) for compensation.

• Is designed to transport more than 15 passengers (including the driver), whether or not for compensation.

This requirement applies to trade, traffic, or transportation:

• Between a location in one state and a location outside that state (including outside the U.S.).

• Between two locations within a state but passing through another state or outside the U.S.

• Within a state, as part of a broader trade or transport that starts or ends outside the state or U.S.

What’s Next?

Once we’ve processed your USDOT Number request, we’ll guide you through the next steps, including filing any required forms like BOC-3 or UCR. If we need additional information, we’ll contact you promptly to keep things moving smoothly.

Trust us to handle the process professionally and ensure you’re compliant with all federal regulations. Let’s get your business on the road!