Ask X3What are the UCR registration fees for trucking companies?
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Short answer
The UCR registration fees for trucking companies vary based on fleet size, with reductions in fees established by federal rules.
1. For 0-2 vehicles, the fee is $69.
2. For 3-5 vehicles, the fee is $169.
3. For 6-20 vehicles, the fee is $389.
4. For 21-50 vehicles, the fee is $749.
5. For 51-100 vehicles, the fee is $1,569.
6. For 101-200 vehicles, the fee is $2,629.
7. For 201-500 vehicles, the fee is $4,199.
8. For 501-1000 vehicles, the fee is $6,829.
9. For 1001 or more vehicles, the fee is $9,459.
The rule says
"Table 1 to § 367.40—Fees Under the Unified Carrier Registration Plan and Agreement for Registration Year 2024" (49 CFR 367.40)
In plain English
UCR fees are annual registration fees that motor carriers, brokers, and freight forwarders must pay to operate in interstate commerce. The fees are based on the number of vehicles owned or operated by the company. The fees were reduced in 2020 to ensure that fee revenues collected do not exceed the statutory maximum. Companies must register and pay fees through the UCR system to avoid penalties and maintain their operating authority.
What to do
- Register for UCR through the official UCR registration system.
- Determine the correct fee based on fleet size.
- Pay the annual UCR fee.
- Retain proof of UCR registration and fee payment in company records.