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Do I Need a USDOT Number?

Does one or more of the following apply?

Yes | No

A. I am a for-hire Motor Carrier

B. I operate a vehicle with a GVWR, GCWR, GVW or GCW of 10,001 pounds or more

C. I operate a vehicle that is designed or used to transport more than 8 passengers (including the driver) for compensation

D. I operate a vehicle that is designed or used to transport more than 15 passengers (including the driver),  and is not used to transport passengers for compensation

E. I transport hazardous materials requiring placarding under regulations prescribed by the Secretary under 49 CFR, subtitle B, chapter I, subchapter C