Federal authority
$300 per authorityFMCSA’s current permanent operating-authority filing fee. Mistaken applications may be non-refundable.
Federal carrier setup
Authority Starter
A guided path through USDOT, operating authority, BOC-3 coordination, UCR, and launch requirements.
$299 service feeGovernment and third-party fees are additional.
What’s included
A focused scope for this stage of your business.
Operating profile review
USDOT and MC application guidance
BOC-3 coordination
UCR setup
Launch compliance checklist
USDOT AND MC AUTHORITY
Know which registrations your operation needs.
We review your entity and intended operation before preparing the federal registration steps. A USDOT number identifies a carrier for safety oversight; operating authority may be required for certain for-hire interstate transportation. Your cargo, equipment, routes, and business model determine what applies.
Our service includes application guidance, BOC-3 coordination, UCR setup, and a launch checklist. Insurance filings and FMCSA review are separate steps before authority can become active. Government and third-party charges are additional to our $299 service fee.
Need the entity first? Explore trucking LLC formation or the combined launch service.
EXPECTED CARRIERSPRING TIMELINE
CarrierSpring review and filing preparation usually take 2–5 business days once all required information is complete.
FMCSA says new-applicant URS processing may take about 20–25 business days, and further agency review can add eight weeks or longer. Approval timing is controlled by the agency.
No approval promises: Timelines are estimates, not guarantees. Government agencies, insurers, service providers, missing information, and additional review can change the schedule.
Understanding separate fees
Your service fee and filing fees are different charges.
CarrierSpring’s price covers our preparation and support. Government and third-party charges are paid separately after we confirm what applies to your operation.
State LLC filing
Often $100–$300For illustration: Idaho’s base filing fee is $100, Florida’s new LLC total is $125, and Texas lists $300. Your state and optional services control the actual amount.
Third-party charges
Varies by providerRegistered agent, BOC-3 process agent, insurance, testing consortium, permits, plates, and other operational requirements.
Examples checked September 2026. Always confirm current agency fees before filing.
Before you begin
Common questions
Do I pay before CarrierSpring reviews the request?
The quick request comes first. You will see the recommended service and fee, then complete the secure service-specific application. Custom services are scoped before work begins.
What can delay the process?
Missing or inconsistent information, agency review, name availability, insurance filings, third-party processing, and requested corrections can all add time.
Does CarrierSpring guarantee approval or results?
No. CarrierSpring organizes and supports the process, but government agencies, insurers, brokers, candidates, customers, and other third parties make their own decisions.
Can I ask questions before starting?
Yes. Email treys@harborlightcompanies.com or request a consultation. Call and text options appear on the contact page when available.
Ready to move forward?
Start with a quick request or go directly to the secure application.