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The Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) program is a federal requirement for businesses that operate commercial vehicles across state lines, including carriers, brokers, freight forwarders, and leasing companies. It helps support highway safety and infrastructure funding.
You need UCR registration if you operate in interstate commerce as a:
Currently, 41 U.S. states participate in the UCR program. If your business is based in a non-participating state but operates across state lines into a participating state, you are still required to register. Non-participating states: Arizona, District of Columbia, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, New Jersey, Nevada, Oregon, Vermont, and Wyoming.
Fees are based on fleet size. Brokers and freight forwarders who do not operate vehicles pay the lowest bracket fee.
| Fleet Size * | Registration fee |
|---|---|
| 0 – 2 Vehicles | $115.00 |
| 3 – 5 Vehicles | $255.00 |
| 6 – 20 Vehicles | $465.00 |
| 21 – 100 Vehicles | $1,475.00 |
| 101 – 1001 Vehicles | $5,915.00 |
| 1001+ Vehicles | Contact Us |
Trucks require Unified Carrier Registration if they are commercial vehicles (typically 10,001+ lbs GVWR, hauling passengers, or hazardous materials) operating in interstate commerce.
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We help motor carriers, brokers, freight forwarders, and leasing companies complete UCR registration with same-day processing and digital certificates.
UCR registration must be completed once every year. The registration period typically opens in the fall for the following calendar year, and businesses must renew annually to remain compliant.
Failing to register can result in hefty fines, penalties, and possible audits. In many states, enforcement officers may place vehicles out of service at roadside inspections until compliance is met.
UCR fees are based on the size of your fleet. Companies with only one or two vehicles pay the lowest fee, while larger fleets pay progressively higher amounts. Brokers and freight forwarders who don’t operate vehicles still must pay the lowest bracket fee.
UCR fees are distributed among participating states to fund safety programs, roadside enforcement, and regulatory oversight aimed at improving highway safety.
You can file directly through the official UCR.gov portal or through a trusted third-party service provider that helps simplify the process and provides same-day digital confirmation.
The filing period for UCR typically opens on October 1st for the upcoming year, with the compliance deadline set at December 31st. Missing this deadline may result in enforcement actions, so carriers and related businesses should complete their registration as early as possible.
Yes. Companies that operate only intrastate (within a single state) and do not engage in interstate commerce are generally exempt. Additionally, businesses that do not operate commercial motor vehicles as defined by federal law, or fleets owned by certain government agencies, may not be subject to UCR requirements. Always verify your business status before assuming exemption.
