Who Needs Intrastate Authority?
All for-hire motor carriers transporting property or passengers in intrastate commerce (wholly within) are required to apply for authority to operate in Missouri.

Who is Exempt from Intrastate Operating Authority?
A complete list of exemptions can be found in Missouri Revised Statute 390.030.

How do I get Intrastate Operating Authority?
To obtain intrastate operating authority, you must obtain a USDOT number, complete an online application through MoDOT Carrier Express, and have proof of insurance submitted by your insurance company. An annual license fee of $10 per power unit is required if a carrier is not required to participate in the Unified Carrier Registration program. Carriers transporting passengers must submit a financial statement and may also be required to submit a formal tariff of rates and charges.

If you have an account with MCS, you can file electronically through MoDOT Carrier Express at www.modot.org/mce.

How do I renew my Intrastate Operating Authority?
Authorized carriers who do not participate in UCR must obtain a yearly renewal license decal for all power units at a cost of $10 per decal.

You can renew your annual license decal(s) through MoDOT Carrier Express at www.modot.org/mce.  All authorized carriers must maintain proof of insurance (Form E) on file with MCS.

Carriers authorized to transport passengers or household goods must also submit an annual financial statement.

Frequently Asked Questions - Missouri Intrastate Authority and Housemover License