ATTENTION:
FMCSA Registration Modernization Resources Hub: Visit the registration resources-hub for more information.
It is critical that motor carriers, brokers, and other registered entities log in to the FMCSA Portal by May 14, 2026, to ensure their Portal accounts are up to date. Failure to take these steps may result in existing registrants being unable to claim their USDOT Number in Motus once the system goes live. Please read an example of the letter that will be mailed out.
- Log in to their FMCSA Portal account to ensure it is active.
- Verify their Portal Company Official. Learn how.
- Submit an online Biennial Update (MCS-150) in the Portal “Registration” tab.
FMCSA Information Identity Verification
Read about the Clearinghouse change.
Truck Parking (TPAIS)
New Permitting System - see Permits for Commercial Motor Carriers
Payment Types accepted – Change effective on 10/01/2025. Please see the new ePART/PayZang payment structure.
FMCSA TIN/EIN Changes: Inquiries need to be directed to the FMCSA Customer Insurance and Registration Information Support (CIRIS) Contact Center at 1-800-832-5660 or on-line at https://ask.fmcsa.dot.gov/. Requests to make changes must also include updated, signed, and dated MCS-150 from the carrier. Go to the “Send Us a Ticket” section and attach the MCS-150.
Executive Orders from the Office of the Governor: https://governor.mt.gov/executive-orders
USDOT Number updates: needed for Intrastate and Interstate carriers, this is a free service that is done by FMCSA and MCS/MDT. Please be advised to fully vet and use due diligence when using third-party services. For further information, please visit the FMCSA Page. For further questions, contact our MCSAP Section at 406-444-3300.
Structure Failures / Incidents: See this named section to the right for detailed information.
English Language Proficiency Tip Line 406-444-1234 See our MCS Contacts
Are you spending a lot of time repeatedly applying for the same permits? There are advantages to getting an Annual Term Permit.
- Obtain oversize permits for each vehicle annually.
- Obtain overweight permits for each vehicle annually or quarterly.
- Save time and money if you haul multiple loads.
- Avoid the year end rush! Purchase your annual permits before the end of the current calendar year.
- You may be able to issue your permits online.
- Maximum dimensions are 15' wide, 95' long, and 15'6" high for an oversize annual term.
Questions?
Call Motor Carrier Services in Helena at 406-444-7262. We're in the office 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday (except holidays).
