{"id":19153,"date":"2023-09-13T12:38:53","date_gmt":"2023-09-13T19:38:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dat.com\/resources\/?p=19153"},"modified":"2025-06-30T05:06:44","modified_gmt":"2025-06-30T12:06:44","slug":"dot-and-mc-number-difference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dat.com\/resources\/dot-and-mc-number-difference","title":{"rendered":"What is The Difference Between DOT Number and MC Number?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The trucking industry is highly regulated, so every <\/span><a href=\"\/carriers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">carrier or owner-operator<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> must ensure they\u2019re good to go with the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier (FMCSA) before hitting the road to transport freight. For many, this means getting their DOT number and MC number.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you can <\/span><a href=\"\/resources\/how-to-start-run-a-successful-trucking-company\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">start your business<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you need to know the difference between DOT and MC numbers to ensure you don\u2019t face heavy fines, can keep your business up and running, and can stay on the right side of the law, the DOT, and the FMCSA. Unsure of how they differ? Don\u2019t worry! We\u2019ll review the difference between DOT and MC numbers, what each number means, who needs them, what you\u2019ll need to do to obtain yours, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What is a DOT number and who needs one?<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>What is a DOT number?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"\/resources\/how-to-get-a-dot-number\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DOT number<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, also known as a USDOT number or an FMCSA DOT number, is a number assigned by the FMCSA that can be used as an identifier for your company. DOT numbers are generally eight digits long and should be printed or painted on your truck\u2019s cab. If your business has multiple trucks, they display the same DOT number.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your DOT number will enable the FMCSA to collect and monitor safety information about your company acquired during compliance reviews, audits, inspections, and crash investigations. All of this information will be public and accessible via the FMCSA\u2019s website.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Who needs a DOT number?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to who needs a DOT number, there are a lot of rumors flying around, making it difficult to know who needs a DOT number. For example, some claim that you won\u2019t need a DOT number if your company only operates within one state. For a small selection of people, that is true. However, you\u2019ll need to meet various requirements to be exempt from holding a DOT number \u2014 and most carriers and owner-operators wind up needing a DOT number.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll need a DOT number if:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your commercial motor vehicle has a gross vehicle weight or gross combination weight of 10,001 pounds or more<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You plan on driving <\/span><a href=\"\/resources\/guide-to-interstate-vs-intrastate\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">interstate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> routes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re transporting 9-15 passengers for hire<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re transporting over 15 people (with or without compensation)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re hauling hazardous materials<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you drive a light vehicle, avoid interstate routes, refuse to haul hazardous materials, and only ever have yourself in your truck, you may still need to register for a DOT number. States that require intrastate commercial motor vehicle registrants to have a DOT number include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alabama<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alaska<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arizona<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">California<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colorado<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Connecticut<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delaware<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Florida<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Georgia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hawaii<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Idaho<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indiana<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Iowa<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kansas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kentucky<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maryland<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Massachusetts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Michigan<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minnesota<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Missouri<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Montana<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nebraska<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nevada<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New Jersey<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">North Carolina<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ohio<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oklahoma<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oregon<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pennsylvania<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">South Carolina<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Texas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Utah<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Washington<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">West Virginia<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wisconsin<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wyoming<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Puerto Rico<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The list of people who don\u2019t need a DOT number is much shorter. Those exempt include those transporting items for free and those operating in one of the states that don\u2019t require DOT registration. Just keep in mind that driving without a DOT number can severely limit your business.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if you live in and operate your business in Vermont, your truck couldn\u2019t leave the state for even a short piece of your route if it weighed over 10,000 pounds or was carrying hazardous materials. Given how tiny Vermont is, that may be incredibly difficult and significantly restrict your business opportunities. So, even if your state doesn\u2019t technically require you to hold a DOT number, it may be a good idea to have one just in case you have to cross state lines, either for more business or a last-minute reroute. After all, the fines for non-compliance are steep, so it\u2019s always better to be safe than sorry.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How to get a DOT number: Step-by-step guide<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, how can you get one of these numbers from the Department of Transportation? By filling out paperwork! If this is your first time registering for a DOT number, you\u2019ll need to use the Unified Registration System (URS), which is available on the FMCSA website, and follow these steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Head to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">official FMCSA website<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on the Registration tab<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Select Apply for a New USDOT Number and\/or Authority, which will take you to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/portal.fmcsa.dot.gov\/UrsRegistrationWizard\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the URS wizard<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click the New Applicant button and follow the instructions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enter your business name and location, personal contact information, a valid address, your operation classification, your cargo classification, information on the type and ownership of vehicles, and more<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meeting DOT number requirements may seem like a lot, but don\u2019t worry! If you run into trouble, you can ask a representative for help using the chat function. Or, you can use the <\/span><a href=\"\/authority\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DAT Copilot\u2122 Authority Program<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to get your business up and running even faster.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How long does it take to get a DOT number?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After you complete your online application, you\u2019ll receive a DOT number immediately, assuming there aren\u2019t any problems with your application. However, you can\u2019t start operating under your new FMCSA DOT number until you\u2019re granted operating authority. This will likely take around 25 days, so you need to be patient.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you choose to apply for your USDOT number by mail, the processing time will be four to six weeks\u2014and your application will be rejected if it\u2019s unreadable, unsigned, or incomplete.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How much does a USDOT number cost?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting a new business can be expensive, but the good news is that there is no filing fee associated with FMCSA DOT number registration!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, heavy fines are associated with breaking DOT number requirements, such as not having a DOT number when one is mandatory. You could end up paying thousands of dollars in fees, so it\u2019s definitely worth applying for a USDOT number if you think there\u2019s any chance you might need it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What is an MC number and who needs one?<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>What is an MC number?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to a DOT number, many companies need an <\/span><a href=\"\/solutions\/mc-authority\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MC number<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, also known as a Motor Carrier number or operating authority, before they hit the road. This number is assigned by the FMCSA to identify your operating or <\/span><a href=\"\/solutions\/trucking-authority\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">trucking authority<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and is given to commercial motor vehicles that participate in interstate commerce (a.k.a. haul loads over state lines).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Who needs an MC number?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not all commercial vehicles or interstate moving companies need MC numbers, but many do. Will your company transport passengers in interstate commerce? You\u2019ll need an MC number. Will you transport federally regulated commodities across state lines? You\u2019ll also need a Motor Carrier number.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your company only operates within one state or exclusively hauls exempt commodities, you may not need an MC number. Additionally, you will be exempt from interstate authority rules if you work in a designated commercial zone where free movement of goods and people is necessary, such as the Washington, D.C.\/Maryland\/Virginia geographic territory.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it\u2019s important to note that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.overdriveonline.com\/regulations\/article\/15666936\/fmcsa-to-overhaul-registration-system-to-stamp-out-fraud\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MC numbers are being phased out<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as part of an ongoing overhaul of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration\u2019s (FMCSA) registration system. Instead, the FMCSA plans to use USDOT numbers as the solo identifier for all users on their platform to streamline registration processes and combat fraud. The exact timeline for this transition is still unfolding.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How to get an MC number<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registering for your Motor Carrier number is simple! To apply for your MC number, head to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/registration\/get-mc-number-authority-operate\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FMCSA website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve never registered with the FMCSA and don\u2019t have a DOT number yet, click on Apply for a New USDOT Number and\/or Authority from under the Registration tab. Hit the New Applicant button in the URS wizard and enter the necessary information when prompted. On the other hand, if you already have a DOT number or previous <\/span><a href=\"\/solutions\/mc-authority\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MC authority<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can use the FMCSA\u2019s legacy registration system.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How long does it take to get an MC number?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually, it will take 20-25 business days for a carrier to receive their MC number. However, if your application is flagged for additional review by the FMCSA, you can expect an additional eight weeks or longer of wait time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can check in on your MC authority status by visiting the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/safer.fmcsa.dot.gov\/CompanySnapshot.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SAFER website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, clicking Licensing &amp; Insurance under the FMCSA Searches heading, entering the MC number in the box, and clicking search. You can then scroll down and click Authority History to view the date the operating authority was granted.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most cases, the FMCSA will send out operating authority documents 3-4 business days after the Motor Carrier number has been granted. If over 10 days have passed since the operating authority grant date and you haven\u2019t received the documents, consider getting in touch with the FMCSA Contact Center via phone or their web form.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How much does an MC number cost?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While DOT numbers are free, the FMCSA charges a $300 filing fee for permanent authority per operating class. You can cover the MC number cost using a credit card or a check sent through the USPS.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need to reinstate your authority in the future, it will cost an additional $80, and, if you want to change your business\u2019s name, the name change fee is $14.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What is the difference between a DOT number and an MC number?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Still a little confused about what is the difference between DOT number and MC numbers? Let\u2019s break down some of the main differences between the two numbers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Who needs a DOT number and who needs an MC number?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DOT numbers and MC numbers are not one and the same, so some people need just one, while others need both.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In general, most companies, barring those operating small fleets in states where DOT numbers are not required, need a USDOT number. On the other hand, only companies that transport passengers across state lines or engage in interstate commerce with regulated commodities need MC numbers. So, many companies that only operate in one state don\u2019t have an MC number.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What are DOT and MC numbers used for?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While a DOT number is simply for filing use in the FMCSA system, an MC number permits you to operate as a commercial trucking company.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What do DOT numbers and MC numbers look like?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another area where DOT and MC numbers differ is their look. While both numbers should be printed on your truck\u2019s cab, they don\u2019t look the same.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DOT numbers are always preceded by the letters USDOT and are generally longer, whereas MC numbers will have the abbreviation for the state you\u2019re operating out of in front of the number and will usually be shorter. The USDOT number will be above the MC number.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How much does it cost to get a DOT number and an MC number?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While you can get your DOT number for free, your MC number will cost $300 for each operational class you need to register in.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Starting your trucking business: Understanding DOT and MC numbers and other key steps<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting a trucking business involves navigating many regulations, including understanding the difference between a DOT number and an MC number. Both numbers have specific requirements depending on the type of business you run and the freight you transport.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make the process smoother, the DAT Copilot\u2122 Authority Program can help manage your paperwork, saving you time and stress as you work to get your business off the ground. From filing your DOT and MC number applications to ensuring compliance, the DAT Copilot\u2122 Authority Program is there to support you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond legal paperwork, you\u2019ll also need to handle tasks like applying for an Employer Identification Number (EIN), choosing a business structure, and finding freight. While starting a trucking business is challenging, with the right preparation and support, you can set yourself up for success.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Earn your trucking MC authority with DAT<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"169\">Getting your trucking authority can seem overwhelming, but you can&#8217;t start your business without it!<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"341\">That\u2019s where DAT Copilot\u2122 Authority Program comes in. We\u2019ll take care of your MC and DOT number paperwork, ensuring you have all the necessary permits to operate legally.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"411\">Sign up for DAT Copilot\u2122 Authority Program today to get started!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thinking about becoming a carrier or owner-operator? It&#8217;s important to understand the difference between DOT numbers and MC numbers, as well as the specific requirements for each. A DOT number is necessary for companies involved in interstate commerce, while an MC number is required for transporting regulated commodities. 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