Texas TxDMV Number
Texas intrastate motor carrier registration for trucks over 26,000 pounds.
Carriers that operate commercial vehicles only within Texas register with the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and get a TxDMV number, often called a Texas DOT number. It is separate from your federal USDOT number, and you need the USDOT number first.
Who Needs a TxDMV Number?
- Vehicles or combinations over 26,000 pounds gross, registered, or rated weight
- Carriers hauling hazardous materials that require placards
- Farm vehicles rated at 48,000 pounds or more
- Vehicles designed to carry more than 15 passengers, including the driver
- Commercial school buses
- Household goods movers hauling for pay, at any weight
Texas carriers that only operate in Texas should register their USDOT number as intrastate. Need one? Apply for a USDOT number first.
TxDMV Fees
| TxDMV fee | Annual (1 year) | Biennial (2 years) |
|---|---|---|
| Application (one time) | $100 | $100 |
| Per vehicle | $10 | $20 |
| Insurance filing (Form E) | $100 | $100 |
Shorter 7-day and 90-day registrations are also available. These are TxDMV's fees. Our service fee is separate.
Insurance Requirements
Your insurance company must file proof of coverage electronically with TxDMV, and it has to stay active for your number to stay active. Most non-hazmat carriers over 26,000 pounds need at least $500,000 in liability coverage.
Before You Start
- Your USDOT number, registered as intrastate
- Vehicle list with VINs
- Your insurance agent's contact information
- The name of your drug testing consortium or facility
How It Works
- Enter your USDOT number and choose a 1-year or 2-year registration.
- We ask your insurance agent to file Form E with TxDMV.
- We submit your application in TxMCCS and pay the TxDMV fees.
- You get your TxDMV number by email, typically within a few business days.
What It Costs
Our service fee is $149, plus the TxDMV fees above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a TxDMV number if I run interstate?
Carriers operating only in interstate commerce generally use their federal USDOT number and MC authority instead. The TxDMV number is for intrastate operations.
How long does TxDMV take?
TxDMV reviews applications in about 24 to 48 business hours once insurance is on file.