{"id":153853,"date":"2024-12-04T09:44:48","date_gmt":"2024-12-04T09:44:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/"},"modified":"2024-12-04T09:44:48","modified_gmt":"2024-12-04T09:44:48","slug":"how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/","title":{"rendered":"How much does it cost to get trucking authority?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re considering starting your own trucking business, one of the main things you&#8217;ll need to know is the cost of obtaining trucking authority. Trucking authority refers to the legal permission or authority that allows you to operate as a for-hire carrier within the trucking industry. Let&#8217;s explore the different costs associated with acquiring trucking authority and what you should consider when budgeting for your new venture.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#The_Cost_Breakdown\" title=\"The Cost Breakdown\">The Cost Breakdown<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#1_Federal_Motor_Carrier_Safety_Administration_FMCSA_Fees\" title=\"1. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Fees\">1. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#2_Unified_Carrier_Registration_UCR_Fee\" title=\"2. Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Fee\">2. Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Fee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#3_Insurance\" title=\"3. Insurance\">3. Insurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#4_Authority_Package\" title=\"4. Authority Package\">4. Authority Package<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#5_Business_Formation\" title=\"5. Business Formation\">5. Business Formation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#6_Drug_and_Alcohol_Testing\" title=\"6. Drug and Alcohol Testing\">6. Drug and Alcohol Testing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#7_Permit_and_License_Fees\" title=\"7. Permit and License Fees\">7. Permit and License Fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#8_Vehicle_Costs\" title=\"8. Vehicle Costs\">8. Vehicle Costs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#9_Fuel_and_Maintenance\" title=\"9. Fuel and Maintenance\">9. Fuel and Maintenance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#10_Hiring_and_Training_Employees\" title=\"10. Hiring and Training Employees\">10. Hiring and Training Employees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#11_Taxes_and_Permits\" title=\"11. Taxes and Permits\">11. Taxes and Permits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#12_Miscellaneous_Expenses\" title=\"12. Miscellaneous Expenses\">12. Miscellaneous Expenses<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#The_Bottom_Line\" title=\"The Bottom Line\">The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#1_Can_I_apply_for_trucking_authority_without_a_truck\" title=\"1. Can I apply for trucking authority without a truck?\">1. Can I apply for trucking authority without a truck?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#2_How_long_does_it_take_to_get_trucking_authority\" title=\"2. How long does it take to get trucking authority?\">2. How long does it take to get trucking authority?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#3_Are_there_any_ongoing_fees_for_maintaining_trucking_authority\" title=\"3. Are there any ongoing fees for maintaining trucking authority?\">3. Are there any ongoing fees for maintaining trucking authority?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#4_Can_I_start_a_trucking_business_without_insurance\" title=\"4. Can I start a trucking business without insurance?\">4. Can I start a trucking business without insurance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#5_Can_I_get_financing_for_purchasing_trucks\" title=\"5. Can I get financing for purchasing trucks?\">5. Can I get financing for purchasing trucks?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#6_Do_I_need_to_obtain_trucking_authority_for_intrastate_operations_only\" title=\"6. Do I need to obtain trucking authority for intrastate operations only?\">6. Do I need to obtain trucking authority for intrastate operations only?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#7_Can_I_be_my_own_authority\" title=\"7. Can I be my own authority?\">7. Can I be my own authority?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#8_Is_it_possible_to_obtain_trucking_authority_for_passenger_transportation\" title=\"8. Is it possible to obtain trucking authority for passenger transportation?\">8. Is it possible to obtain trucking authority for passenger transportation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#9_What_happens_if_my_trucking_authority_application_is_denied\" title=\"9. What happens if my trucking authority application is denied?\">9. What happens if my trucking authority application is denied?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#10_Can_I_operate_as_a_trucking_company_without_obtaining_trucking_authority\" title=\"10. Can I operate as a trucking company without obtaining trucking authority?\">10. Can I operate as a trucking company without obtaining trucking authority?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#11_Can_I_transfer_trucking_authority_to_another_person\" title=\"11. Can I transfer trucking authority to another person?\">11. Can I transfer trucking authority to another person?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#12_Can_I_obtain_trucking_authority_if_I_have_a_criminal_record\" title=\"12. Can I obtain trucking authority if I have a criminal record?\">12. Can I obtain trucking authority if I have a criminal record?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Cost_Breakdown\"><\/span>The Cost Breakdown<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The cost of obtaining trucking authority can vary depending on several factors. However, there are some common expenses you should expect to incur. <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Federal_Motor_Carrier_Safety_Administration_FMCSA_Fees\"><\/span>1. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Fees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nTo get your trucking authority, you&#8217;ll need to submit an application to the FMCSA. The application fee is currently $300.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Unified_Carrier_Registration_UCR_Fee\"><\/span>2. Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Fee<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nThe UCR fee is based on the size of your fleet and the states you plan to operate in. It usually ranges from $76 to $2,072.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Insurance\"><\/span>3. Insurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nTrucking insurance is essential and typically ranges from $7,000 to $12,000 annually, depending on factors such as your driving history, the type of cargo you plan to carry, and the size of your fleet.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Authority_Package\"><\/span>4. Authority Package<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nMany companies offer authority packages that assist with the application process, but these can range anywhere from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Business_Formation\"><\/span>5. Business Formation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nSetting up your trucking company as a legal entity, such as an LLC, will require some fees, which can vary depending on the state you operate in.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Drug_and_Alcohol_Testing\"><\/span>6. Drug and Alcohol Testing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nAs a trucking business, you&#8217;ll be required to conduct drug and alcohol testing on your drivers. The cost of these tests varies but can range from $40 to $80 per test.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Permit_and_License_Fees\"><\/span>7. Permit and License Fees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nDepending on the states you plan to operate in, you may need to obtain permits and licenses. These fees can vary but typically range from $100 to $1,000 annually.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Vehicle_Costs\"><\/span>8. Vehicle Costs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nPurchasing or leasing trucks can be a significant expense. The cost depends on factors such as the brand, model, and new or used options. Plan to spend at least $30,000 per truck.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Fuel_and_Maintenance\"><\/span>9. Fuel and Maintenance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nFuel costs are an ongoing expense in the trucking industry. Maintenance costs, including oil changes, tire replacements, and regular inspections, can add up to thousands of dollars per year.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Hiring_and_Training_Employees\"><\/span>10. Hiring and Training Employees<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nIf you plan to hire drivers, you&#8217;ll need to consider their salaries, benefits, and training costs. Salaries can vary widely, but expect to spend around $40,000 to $70,000 per driver annually.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Taxes_and_Permits\"><\/span>11. Taxes and Permits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nOther costs to consider include state taxes, federal taxes, and any additional permits necessary for specific operations, such as oversize or overweight permits. These costs can vary depending on your location and the type of permits required.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Miscellaneous_Expenses\"><\/span>12. Miscellaneous Expenses<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nDon&#8217;t forget to budget for other miscellaneous expenses such as office rent, utilities, marketing, and administrative costs.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span>The Bottom Line<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>**The total cost of acquiring trucking authority can range from $5,000 to $15,000 or more**, depending on the size of your operation, the types of services you plan to offer, and other individual factors. It&#8217;s important to note that these costs are estimates and can vary widely based on various circumstances. Therefore, it&#8217;s crucial to thoroughly research and analyze your specific requirements and consult with industry professionals before determining your budget.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Can_I_apply_for_trucking_authority_without_a_truck\"><\/span>1. Can I apply for trucking authority without a truck?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nYes, you can apply for trucking authority without owning a truck. However, having access to a truck is necessary for operating your business successfully.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_How_long_does_it_take_to_get_trucking_authority\"><\/span>2. How long does it take to get trucking authority?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nThe process can take anywhere from one to three months, depending on various factors such as the completeness of your paperwork, FMCSA processing time, and other variables.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Are_there_any_ongoing_fees_for_maintaining_trucking_authority\"><\/span>3. Are there any ongoing fees for maintaining trucking authority?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nTo maintain your trucking authority, you&#8217;ll need to pay renewal fees, permit fees, and taxes as required.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Can_I_start_a_trucking_business_without_insurance\"><\/span>4. Can I start a trucking business without insurance?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nNo, trucking insurance is mandatory to start and operate a trucking business legally.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Can_I_get_financing_for_purchasing_trucks\"><\/span>5. Can I get financing for purchasing trucks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nYes, there are various financing options available specifically for the purchase of trucks. Research and compare different lenders to find the best fit for your business.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Do_I_need_to_obtain_trucking_authority_for_intrastate_operations_only\"><\/span>6. Do I need to obtain trucking authority for intrastate operations only?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nYes, intrastate operations also require trucking authority, although the specific requirements may differ from interstate operations.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Can_I_be_my_own_authority\"><\/span>7. Can I be my own authority?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nYes, becoming your own authority means operating under your own trucking authority instead of leasing or contracting with another carrier.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Is_it_possible_to_obtain_trucking_authority_for_passenger_transportation\"><\/span>8. Is it possible to obtain trucking authority for passenger transportation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nYes, there are separate processes for trucking authority if you plan to transport passengers instead of goods.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_What_happens_if_my_trucking_authority_application_is_denied\"><\/span>9. What happens if my trucking authority application is denied?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nIf your application is denied, you have the option to appeal or resubmit with corrections or additional information.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Can_I_operate_as_a_trucking_company_without_obtaining_trucking_authority\"><\/span>10. Can I operate as a trucking company without obtaining trucking authority?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nNo, operating as a for-hire carrier without the appropriate trucking authority is illegal.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Can_I_transfer_trucking_authority_to_another_person\"><\/span>11. Can I transfer trucking authority to another person?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nYes, it is possible to transfer trucking authority to another person or company under specific circumstances, but it requires completing the necessary paperwork and meeting certain conditions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Can_I_obtain_trucking_authority_if_I_have_a_criminal_record\"><\/span>12. Can I obtain trucking authority if I have a criminal record?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>\nHaving a criminal record may affect your eligibility for trucking authority, but it does not necessarily disqualify you. The FMCSA will evaluate each case individually.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re considering starting your own trucking business, one of the main things you&#8217;ll need to know is the cost of obtaining trucking authority. Trucking authority refers to the legal permission or authority that allows you to operate as a for-hire carrier within the trucking industry. Let&#8217;s explore the different costs associated with acquiring trucking &#8230; <\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more-container\"><a title=\"How much does it cost to get trucking authority?\" class=\"read-more button\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#more-153853\">Read more<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">How much does it cost to get trucking authority?<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":37,"featured_media":107420,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[86279],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-153853","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-learn","no-featured-image-padding"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How much does it cost to get trucking authority?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you&#039;re considering starting your own trucking business, one of the main things you&#039;ll need to know is the cost of obtaining trucking authority.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"How much does it cost to get trucking authority?\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"If you&#039;re considering starting your own trucking business, one of the main things you&#039;ll need to know is the cost of obtaining trucking authority.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Namso Gen Blog - Free Credit Card Generator [100% Valid]\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/synchronyfinancial\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2024-12-04T09:44:48+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/faq.png\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1200\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"630\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/png\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Rebekah Dougherty\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@synchrony\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@synchrony\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Rebekah Dougherty\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"4 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Rebekah Dougherty\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/547e9df04525ea0985a4f40d2f0f5d7d\"},\"headline\":\"How much does it cost to get trucking authority?\",\"datePublished\":\"2024-12-04T09:44:48+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-12-04T09:44:48+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/\"},\"wordCount\":894,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#organization\"},\"articleSection\":[\"Learn\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"CommentAction\",\"name\":\"Comment\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#respond\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/\",\"name\":\"How much does it cost to get trucking authority?\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#website\"},\"datePublished\":\"2024-12-04T09:44:48+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-12-04T09:44:48+00:00\",\"description\":\"If you're considering starting your own trucking business, one of the main things you'll need to know is the cost of obtaining trucking authority.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"How much does it cost to get trucking authority?\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/\",\"name\":\"Namso Gen Blog - Free Credit Card Generator [100% Valid]\",\"description\":\"In Namso gen blog you can get many tips regarding to Credit cards, VCC, Credit card security etc. You can generate credit cards by using Namso-gen.co\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":\"required name=search_term_string\"}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#organization\",\"name\":\"Namso Gen Blog - Free Credit Card Generator [100% Valid]\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/\",\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/namso-gen-logo.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/namso-gen-logo.png\",\"width\":500,\"height\":164,\"caption\":\"Namso Gen Blog - Free Credit Card Generator [100% Valid]\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\"},\"sameAs\":[\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/synchronyfinancial\",\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/synchrony\",\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/synchronyfinancial\",\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/synchrony\",\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/synchrony-financial\"]},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/547e9df04525ea0985a4f40d2f0f5d7d\",\"name\":\"Rebekah Dougherty\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Rebekah Dougherty\"},\"description\":\"Guest author Rebekah Dougherty has meticulously crafted and revised this article to the best of their knowledge and understanding. Readers are strongly advised to exercise caution, verify information independently, and rely on their own judgment when considering the information provided. Read more articles on Namso Gen here.\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"How much does it cost to get trucking authority?","description":"If you're considering starting your own trucking business, one of the main things you'll need to know is the cost of obtaining trucking authority.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"How much does it cost to get trucking authority?","og_description":"If you're considering starting your own trucking business, one of the main things you'll need to know is the cost of obtaining trucking authority.","og_url":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/","og_site_name":"Namso Gen Blog - Free Credit Card Generator [100% Valid]","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/synchronyfinancial","article_published_time":"2024-12-04T09:44:48+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1200,"height":630,"url":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/faq.png","type":"image\/png"}],"author":"Rebekah Dougherty","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@synchrony","twitter_site":"@synchrony","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Rebekah Dougherty","Est. reading time":"4 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/"},"author":{"name":"Rebekah Dougherty","@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/547e9df04525ea0985a4f40d2f0f5d7d"},"headline":"How much does it cost to get trucking authority?","datePublished":"2024-12-04T09:44:48+00:00","dateModified":"2024-12-04T09:44:48+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/"},"wordCount":894,"commentCount":0,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#organization"},"articleSection":["Learn"],"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#respond"]}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/","url":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/","name":"How much does it cost to get trucking authority?","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#website"},"datePublished":"2024-12-04T09:44:48+00:00","dateModified":"2024-12-04T09:44:48+00:00","description":"If you're considering starting your own trucking business, one of the main things you'll need to know is the cost of obtaining trucking authority.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/"]}]},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-trucking-authority\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"How much does it cost to get trucking authority?"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#website","url":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/","name":"Namso Gen Blog - Free Credit Card Generator [100% Valid]","description":"In Namso gen blog you can get many tips regarding to Credit cards, VCC, Credit card security etc. You can generate credit cards by using Namso-gen.co","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":"required name=search_term_string"}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#organization","name":"Namso Gen Blog - Free Credit Card Generator [100% Valid]","url":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/namso-gen-logo.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/namso-gen-logo.png","width":500,"height":164,"caption":"Namso Gen Blog - Free Credit Card Generator [100% Valid]"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/synchronyfinancial","https:\/\/twitter.com\/synchrony","https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/synchronyfinancial","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/synchrony","https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/synchrony-financial"]},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/547e9df04525ea0985a4f40d2f0f5d7d","name":"Rebekah Dougherty","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Rebekah Dougherty"},"description":"Guest author Rebekah Dougherty has meticulously crafted and revised this article to the best of their knowledge and understanding. Readers are strongly advised to exercise caution, verify information independently, and rely on their own judgment when considering the information provided. Read more articles on Namso Gen here."}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/153853","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/37"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=153853"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/153853\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/107420"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=153853"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=153853"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/namso-gen.co\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=153853"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}