MC authority setup
We walk you through FMCSA registration and file what can be filed for you, so your authority goes active without costly mistakes.
$250 one-time · government fees extraWhat’s included
- Review of your business setup: legal name, EIN, address and operation type
- USDOT number and MC operating authority application in FMCSA's Motus registration system
- BOC-3 process agent filing through a blanket process agent company
- Guidance for your insurance agent on the FMCSA liability filing
- UCR registration for the correct year and fleet size
- A list of state requirements for your operation: IRP, IFTA and weight-distance permits
- A setup checklist for drug testing, ELD and your carrier packet
How it works
Intake call and document review.
You complete FMCSA's identity verification (it has to be the owner), then we complete the application with you and pay attention to every detail.
BOC-3 filed, your insurance agent files proof of liability coverage, and we watch the FMCSA record.
FMCSA says new applications can take about 20–25 business days, sometimes longer. Once active, we set up UCR and your next steps.
What we’ll need from you
- Business legal name, EIN and address
- Owner's government ID for FMCSA identity verification
- Type of freight and equipment
- Your insurance agent's contact
Price
$250 one-time for our service. Separate costs you pay: FMCSA's $300 fee for each type of operating authority, the process agent's BOC-3 fee, your UCR fee ($46 for 0–2 vehicles for 2026, $55 for 2027) and your insurance premium.
Questions carriers ask
How long does it take to get MC authority?
FMCSA says new applications may take about 20–25 business days unless they need further review. Your BOC-3 and insurance filing must be on file before the authority becomes active.
Are MC numbers going away?
FMCSA launched its new Motus registration system in 2026. For now, carriers still receive MC docket numbers along with their USDOT number. We'll update this page if that changes.
Can you do everything for me?
Almost. FMCSA requires the owner to complete identity verification personally, and your insurance company files the proof of insurance.