UCR Registration Explained for Owner-Operators
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Start Your 14-Day Free TrialUCR is an annual registration for carriers, brokers and freight forwarders operating in interstate commerce.
Who must register
Most interstate motor carriers, brokers, freight forwarders and leasing companies must register every year, even if they only operate a single truck.
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How fees work
Fees are set by the number of power units you operate. Check the current fee table on the official UCR site, and only pay through ucr.gov or your state's official system to avoid look-alike sites that charge extra.
Sources: Unified Carrier Registration (ucr.gov). Last updated 2026-10-29. Rules change; always confirm with the official source.
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