Operating Authority Letter
A copy of your MC authority grant letter, emailed to you.
When FMCSA grants operating authority, it issues a decision letter showing your docket number and authority type. Brokers, shippers, factoring companies, and insurers often ask for a copy, and it is easy to lose track of.
Who Needs It
- Carriers setting up with a new broker or shipper
- Carriers applying for factoring
- Insurance agents writing or renewing a policy
- Anyone who lost the original letter
How It Works
- Enter your USDOT or MC number.
- We verify your docket and retrieve your authority letter.
- We email you a copy, usually within one business day.
What It Costs
Our service fee is $39. There is no government fee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a new authority?
No. It is a copy of the letter for authority you already have. To apply for new authority, see our MC authority page.
What if my authority is not active?
We will tell you before you pay. Suspended or revoked authority may need reinstatement first.