Made mistake on FMCSA registration

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As far as I've found so far, the only way to change it to common would be to reapply for new authority..

I too accidentally chose contract because I didn't see why I'd need to publish rates..? It really is all irrelevant for the most part nowadays. For hire, is for hire..

The only problem I've run into is in FL, a common carrier can file & get a tax exempt paper they can bring down to the parts house. That way any truck trailer parts you buy in FL, you don't have to pay the tax on in up front. As a contract carrier, I'm not eligible for it..

I figured it all comes out in the wash, as I get is as a deduction when I file taxes..?

 

Are you sure? I don’t know about Florida, but a lot of other States, all that’s needed is a Tax exempt form on file at the Dealer, Company name, Tax ID # , and Check the box, or write in , Rolling stock, Interstate Commerce.

 

Welp, I'm not the coldest beer in the cooler, so I guess its possible I filled out the form incorrectly..? LoL

I'll give it a shot again. That's why I said problem I've had. Rereading my post, I guess I should not have said ineligible as a contract carrier. The form does state Common carrier though. Usually try my best not to spread inaccurate information..

 

I’ve been told many times, that it’s not available, I use it in Mi. In. and Oh. Recently found out it’s available in a lot of States. None of the Truckstops have ever honored it. Though I wonder if I have a legal right to demand they do. Recently found out, than many Farmers, and other Bussinesses, use it at Wal mart. In a lot of States. As far as bad info, I often get it wrong. Searching for the truth, Lol.

 

It seems like the options “common carrier” and “contract carrier” will become obsolete at some point.

“FMCSA's legacy systems such as L&I incorporated those earlier definitions, so applicants had to choose one of them. It is only in via Phase 2 of the Unified Registration System (URS) that it will be possible to completely eliminate them, when the legacy systems are retired. Nevertheless, whether a carrier has applied for common or contract carrier authority, FMCSA makes no distinction between them.”

I have common carrier authority. How can I change it to/add contract carrier authority (or vice versa)?

 

I just applied for my authority as well. In a few days you should get a letter from us dot “action required “. There will be a number to call. When you call they will go over your application to make sure you filled it out correctly. You can make any changes you need to do then.