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DOT Numbers

United States

Department of transportation

United States DOT (Department of Transportation) numbers are one of the most important requirements to move your fleet down the road or to a different state, it can also be required to order transportation permits. Though it is not required for all, most do need this authority. 
 
Companies that operate commercial vehicles transporting passengers or hauling cargo in interstate commerce must be registered with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and must have a USDOT number. 
 

When is a DOT Number Required?:

  • When a vehicle has a gross vehicle weight rating, gross combination weight rating, gross vehicle weight or gross combination weight of 10,001 pounds (4,536 KG ) or more. 
  • When a vehicle is designed or used to transport more than 8 passengers (including the driver) for compensation.
  • When a vehicle is used to transport more than 15 passengers, including the driver, and is not used to transport passengers for compensation.  

 

When is a DOT Number is NOT Required?:

  • When a private individual is hauling personal equipment not for compensation (ie: boat)
  • Transportation of sick or injured persons
  • Fire trucks and other rescue vehicles involved in emergency and related options
  • School bus operations
  • Any government vehicle approved by Congress
 
If you meet any of the DOT requirements, let WCS Permits help obtain your standard DOT numer. We have a dedicated department ready and waiting to process your application and get you on the road! 
 
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  • How long does it take?

Once your application is complete and a WCS Transporation Consultant processes it, DOT numbers are typically issued in 24-48 hours. There is never a guarantee, and any application discrepancies can delay the process. 

  • What else do I need?

Individuals or business entities that are for hire, or paid to transport property, will also need a motor carrier number in addition to a USDOT number.

Please Contact Us or fill out our Online Application below to get started, and a representative from WCS will contact you to discuss fees and finalize your application before anything is submitted. If you have any additional questions, please call our Columbus, OH office at 888-737-6483. 

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When you contact WCS Permits & Pilot Cars, you get a live transportation consultant who is ready to help you order oversize truck permits and pilot cars. We never leave customers on hold for long periods of time and we communicate during every step of the oversize permitting process.

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Once you provide specific information about your oversize load or logistics project, our agents will work with you to make sure you receive correct pricing, have fast turn around times on permits, quality routing and accurate oversize/overweight oversize load permits.

transport your load safely

Don't risk not having the proper oversize load permits in place - both state, province and local - to move your oversize load. Let our expert transportation consultants guide you, and advise as to which permits you need to get your specialized project safely from its origin to destination. ​

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You can contact one of our transportation consultants to order oversize truck permits. Click here to contact one of our agents. Once you are set up as a customer in our system, you can order your permits through our online permit portal or directly with your agent via phone or email. 

Call Us at 888.737.6483 or
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