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I have a bus company in Mexico and I want to provide service to all areas in California and to Las Vegas, NV. Do I need Operating Authority, and how long will it take to get it?

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Registration requirement for Mexico-domiciled motor carriers.

FAQ007:  I have a bus company in Mexico and I want to provide service to all areas in California and to Las Vegas, NV. Do I need Operating Authority, and how long will it take to get it?

 Answer:  Yes, you must file an OP-1(MX) for motor passenger carrier authority beyond the commercial zone.  However, no authority will be issued for passenger operations beyond the zone until the land transportation provisions of NAFTA are fully implemented.

Regulatory Topic: Registration requirement for Mexico-domiciled motor carriers
Effective Date: Monday, March 5, 2018
Issued Date: Monday, March 5, 2018