FMCSA is proud to release Motus: USDOT Registration System to the commercial motor vehicle community. This modernized motor carrier registration system is major step forward in FMCSA’s efforts to strengthen oversight, reduce fraud, improve efficiency, and better serve America’s trucking industry. 

Moving forward, Motus will replace outdated systems and serve as your home base to easily apply for and manage registrations, view and update information, and control authorized access to your company account.

Let's Get Started 

Access Motus at motus.dot.gov to apply for a new USDOT Number, operating authority, or other applicable registration, manage your registrations, and more.

Step 1:

Create User Profile

Create a user profile and complete identity verification to log into the system. User profiles are unique to one person and allow companies to manage access and permissions to company accounts.

Step 2:

Create or Claim a Company Account

Complete registration actions easily and efficiently from your centralized Motus company account. Company officials can claim their existing USDOT Number to streamline account creation.

Step 3:

Register and Manage Registrations

Register for a USDOT Number and/or operating authority, manage your registrations and business information, submit biennial updates, and more in Motus.

Securing System Entry 

Motus uses Login.gov and identity verification to protect your personal data and prevent unauthorized access. Complete these security steps the first time you log in to safeguard your information and activate protected access.

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Who Can Use Motus? 

Any entity that requires a USDOT Number and/or operating authority can use Motus, including:

• Motor Carriers
• Brokers
• Freight Forwarders
• Intermodal Equipment Providers
• Cargo Tank Facilities

Supporting companies that assist entities with registration include:

• Blanket Companies (BOC-3 filers)
• Financial Responsibility Filers (insurance/surety companies and other financial institutions)
• Transportation Service Providers

What Can I Do in Motus? 

Motus streamlines registration for new applicants and the registration lifecycle for registered entities.

Registrants

• Apply for a new USDOT Number, operating authority, or other type of registration.
• Submit a Biennial Update.
• Update business information, including company name and address.
• Apply for additional types of operating authority or registrations.
• Reinstate a suspended operating authority or reapply after revocation.
• Inactivate or reactivate your USDOT Number.
• Track the status of your registration actions.

Supporting Companies

• Manage business information and users.
• Complete filings on behalf of registrants.
• Perform other authorized actions on behalf of registrants.

Public Users

• Search for an entity’s registration record in Motus.
• View the FMCSA Register for daily decisions and notices.
• Access Data.Transportation.Gov to download public data on FMCSA registered entities.