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Updated ASK FMCSA Landing Page

New Link and Improved Features on our Ask FMCSA Page!

Our Ask FMCSA page has undergone a significant update! The page can now be accessed conveniently at https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/registration/ask-fmcsa.
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Adding Driver’s Licenses to the Update Process

As part of our efforts to address fraudulent activity, we have implemented a new requirement for updating a company’s registration record. Effective immediately, customers are required to submit a copy of their driver's license along with their MCS-150/150B/150C and/or MCSA-5889 Forms. This...
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PIN Request Temporarily Unavailable

As of June 30, 2023, the online PIN request system is temporarily unavailable. However, you may still request a PIN to be sent by mail to the mailing address on file, just as indicated below. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your patience A PIN can be requested online and...
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Fraud Advisory

If you suspect your company has been victim of fraud or identity theft, we recommend using the official website of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) dedicated to reporting fraud cases at: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/#/
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Update Process Adjustment

Update Process Adjustment

We are currently implementing a temporary adjustment to our update process. For the time being, requests for changes, including address, phone numbers, email addresses, and company officers will take longer than usual. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding.
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HOW TO Know if You Need Operating Authority, an Overview for New Applicants (FMCSA OFFICIAL VIDEO)

HOW TO Know if You Need Operating Authority: an Overview for New Applicants (FMCSA OFFICIAL VIDEO)

This is the latest video in the “HOW TO” series, which explains the type of Operating Authority you may need according to your business operations
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HOW TO Define FMCSA Operating Authority Types for Motor Carriers  (FMCSA OFFICIAL VIDEO)

HOW TO Define FMCSA Operating Authority Types for Motor Carriers (FMCSA OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Continuing with the FMCSA’s Office of Registration “HOW TO” Video Series, we would like to present “HOW TO Define FMCSA Operating Authority Types for Motor Carriers”.  If you’re registering with FMCSA for the first time, or if you are expanding your operations to offer additional services, you need...
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Effective June 14, 2023: FMCSA will no longer fulfill CSP requests for a fee. Instead, authorized Company Officials can access the CSP report at any time through their FMCSA Portal account at no cost. To Download the report from your FMCSA Portal, please follow these steps:

Company Safety Profile (CSP) Update

Effective June 14, 2023: FMCSA will no longer fulfill CSP requests for a fee. Instead, authorized Company Officials can access the CSP report at any time through their FMCSA Portal account at no cost. To Download the report from your FMCSA Portal, please follow these steps:
Company Safety Profile (CSP) Update
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New Process for Dismissed Operating Authority Applications

Effective August 1, 2023, FMCSA will no longer accept requests from entities to un-dismiss their operating authority application.
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FMCSA Daily Decisions on Operating Authority

You can now access the six daily decision letters the day they are generated. Access Daily Decisions via the left or top menu.
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