Unified Carrier Registration (UCR)

UCR Plan / participating states

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UCR is an annual registration and fee for interstate motor carriers, brokers, freight forwarders and leasing companies.

UCR is an annual registration and fee for interstate motor carriers, brokers, freight forwarders and leasing companies. Carrier fees are tiered by the number of power units; brokers and freight forwarders that operate no vehicles pay the lowest tier. Registration for a year opens the previous October (the 2027 registration was open on UCR.gov at the time of checking) and states enforce from 1 January of the registration year.

Fees change from year to year — always use the current fee table on UCR.gov.

Official source: UCR Plan / participating states

Educational information only. Requirements can change. Verify current requirements with the applicable government authority or qualified professional before acting.

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