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You need an MC number if you are crossing state lines, entering ports, transporting over 15 passengers, hauling hazmat or hauling cargo that is federally regulated. Some packages like amazon cargo requires MC number.

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Learn how to activate your USDOT & MC Numbers

"If you need help figuring out what permits you need for your interstate authority. This is the guide for you."

Larry Hill

Nate Moran

"With so many calls coming in its hard to understand what permits you need. These step by step instructions really helped me out."

Yvonne Murry

"I was able to get my USDOT & MC but I was stuck on figuring out the rest of the permits to activate my interstate authority. This basically broke it down in simple steps."

Over 1,000's Helped

Did You Know You Require Additional Registrations?

Completing your MCS150

Registering with FMCSA portal

Attaching MC Authority

Filing your BOC-3

Included Templates

We also included templates to help manage your on-boarding process.

Reusable Forms

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58 Page Guide & Templates

Watch the process in real-time – No guesswork! 

Expert guidance from industry pros – We break it down into simple steps.

Save time & money – Avoid costly mistakes and delays. 

Bonus: Downloadable Checklists & Resources             (FMCSA Mandatory DQ File Included FREE)

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Driver On-boarding Checklist

Vehicle & Driver List (excel)

Driver Application & Consents

Driver Qualification File Checklist (editable template)

Getting your USDOT & MC number is just the start. Our guide covers every step to activate and maintain your MC authority compliance. 

Simplified Process

Do I need an MC number?

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this help me get my USDOT?

This guide will help you obtain the permits you require if you are adding an MC number to your USDOT. This also provides templates to help complete the Driver Qualification file required by FMCSA.

Will these permits activate my MC number?

These permits complete your motor carrier authority with FMCSA. The insurance is the final item that activates your MC to make it into an active motor carrier authority.

Do I need a vehicle to get an MC Number?

No, you will only need a vehicle once you area ready to purchase the insurance.

How do I check the status of my application?

Truckers Authority specializes in helping truck drivers and carriers set up and maintain their own Motor Carrier (MC) authority.

Are there refunds?

Because we provide the entire steps available to download along with checklist and templates to manage your drivers we do not offer a refund.

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Instant access: how we provide immediate downloads for your purchases.

Support Email

Dedicated support: how we offer customer assistance for the first 30 days after your purchase.

Bonus Items Included

All motor carrier must have a Driver Qualification(DQ) file for every driver hired and keep those records for 3 years per FMCSA 49 CFR 391.51

Driver File Management

Instructions on what you need to complete

Reusable templates for each driver

Driver qualification checklist and on-boarding checklist.

Driver On-Boarding Template

Driver Qualification File Instructions (video included)

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Over 1,000's Helped

Yvonne Murry

I was able to get my USDOT & MC but I was stuck on figuring out the rest of the permits to activate my interstate authority. This basically broke it down in simple steps.

If you need help figuring out what permits you need for your interstate authority. This is the guide for you.

Larry Hill

Nate Moran

With so many calls coming in its hard to understand what permits you need. These step by step instructions really helped me out.

FULL GUIDE LIST

Here's the complete Permit Guide List. Don't miss out on this awesome content.

Chapter 1 Introduction

01

Chapter 2 - Getting Started

02

Chapter 3 - Ordering Your USDOT Pin

03

Chapter 4 - Adding MC Authority (Manual)

04

Chapter 5 - Adding MC Authority (Online)

05

Chapter 6 - Ordering the BOC-3

06

Chapter 7 - Registering For UCR

07

Chapter 8 - Setting Up Your MCS-150

08

Chapter 9 - Creating Your FMCSA Portal Account

09

Chapter 10 - Commercial Auto Insurance

10

Chapter 11 - Overview

11

Bonus Templates - DQ File & Permit Checklist

12

FULL GUIDE LIST

Here's the complete Permit Guide List. Don't miss out on this awesome content.

Chapter 1 Introduction

01

Chapter 2 - Getting Started

02

Chapter 3 - Ordering Your USDOT Pin

03

Chapter 4 - Adding MC Authority (Manual)

04

Chapter 5 - Adding MC Authority (Online)

05

Chapter 6 - Ordering the BOC-3

06

Chapter 7 - Registering For UCR

07

Chapter 8 - Setting Up Your MCS-150

08

Chapter 9 - Creating Your FMCSA Portal Account

09

Chapter 10 - Commercial Auto Insurance

10

Chapter 11 - Overview

11

Bonus Templates - DQ File & Permit Checklist

12

Do I need an MC number?

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this help me get my USDOT?

Will these permits activate my MC number?

These permits complete your motor carrier authority with FMCSA. The insurance is the final item that activates your MC to make it into an active motor carrier authority.

No, you will only need a vehicle once you area ready to purchase the insurance.

How do I check the status of my application?

Truckers Authority specializes in helping truck drivers and carriers set up and maintain their own Motor Carrier (MC) authority.

Are there refunds?

Because we provide the entire steps available to download along with checklist and templates to manage your drivers we do not offer a refund.

You need an MC number if you are crossing state lines, entering ports, transporting over 15 passengers, hauling hazmat or hauling cargo that is federally regulated. Some packages like amazon cargo requires MC number.

This guide will help you obtain the permits you require if you are adding an MC number to your USDOT. This also provides templates to help complete the Driver Qualification file required by FMCSA.

Do I need a vehicle to get an MC Number?

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Registering your UCR