For-hire carrier authority - Arkansas

Intrastate

Intrastate common and contract property, household goods, and passenger carriers must secure a permit from the Highway and Transportation Department. Applications for property carriers are made to the Department with a one-time processing fee of $25 plus a $5 fee per tractor. A $50 filing fee and a public hearing are required for household goods and passenger carriers.

In addition to the application, a copy of current proof of public liability and property damage in the required amount, a full financial statement, and a copy of the latest USDOT Safety rating, or a notarized statement indicating the company’s intention to comply is required.

The state issues a receipt to be photocopied and carried in each vehicle. Renewal is required annually by December 31.

All intrastate for-hire carriers regardless of vehicle weight are required to file an Annual Ad Valorem Report.

Insurance: Intrastate: $50,000/100,000 PL, $30,000 PD. Evidence of insurance for intrastate carriers must be filed on an accord certificate indicating the limits of coverage.

Interstate

Arkansas is a participating member of the Unified Carrier Registration Agreement (UCRA). Online registration and fee payment is recommended and available to all carriers at the national UCRA website at www.ucr.in.gov.

Refer to Unified Carrier Registration Agreement (UCRA) for the current fee schedule.