What is a trip permit? A standard trip permit allows the owner of any motor vehicle, trailer or semitrailer to move the vehicle from one location to another without registering the vehicle. Standard trip permits are valid for three consecutive days. How much are overweight permits? Currently the minimum cost for a permit is $10.00 ($30.00 for a Superload (see Superload question below)). For overweight loads there is a weight fee of $5.00 for every 8,000 pounds (or portion thereof) for weight over the legal weight limit of the vehicle. When Are Truck Permits Required? International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) Applies to all vehicles with: * 2 axles weighing over 26,000 pounds or * Vehicles with 3 or more axles regardless of weight, traveling in two or more states. Note: When traveling to a state in which a vehicle does not hold an IFTA decal and license, a temporary fuel permit is needed. International Registration Plan (IRP) Applies to all vehicles with: * 2 axles weighing over 26,000 pounds or * Vehicles with 3 or more axles regardless of weight, traveling in two or more states. Note: When traveling to a state in which a vehicle is not registered under IRP, a temporary trip permit is needed. Oversize/Overweight Permits If a vehicle is oversize or overweight, a temporary permit is needed. This permit authorizes movement according to vehicle configurations and weight. A permit may be required if: * Overall height exceeds 13'6" * Overall width exceeds 8'6" * Trailer length exceeds 48' * Overall weight exceeds 80,000 pounds. Note: There are many determining factors when reviewing oversize/overweight permitting requirements. The above bullets are just general guidelines. Mileage Permit When operating in KY, NM, NY, and OR, a vehicle may require a Mileage Permit in addition to fuel and trip permits. How quickly can you get a permit? Our average turnaround time for Fuel or Trip Permits is one hour. For Oversize and Overweight Permits, the average turnaround time is approximately three to four hours. All Oversize/Overweight applications must be reviewed by the applicable state which may cause some delays. How would I know if I need an oversize or overweight permit? In most cases, if the load is divisible, you do not qualify for an oversize or overweight permit. A permit may be required if: * Overall height exceeds 13'6" * Overall width exceeds 8'6" * If trailer exceeds 48' * Overall weight exceeds 80,000# There are many determining factors when reviewing oversize/overweight There are many determining factors when reviewing oversize/overweight permitting requirements. The above are just "general" guidelines. Please contact our office for more information. Trip Permits When traveling to a state in which a vehicle is not registered under IRP, a temporary trip permit is needed. Fuel Permits When traveling to a state in which a vehicle does not hold an IFTA decal and license, a temporary fuel permit is needed. Mileage Permits When operating in KY, NM, NY and OR a vehicle may require a mileage permit in addition to fuel and trip permits. Highway Use Tax (HUT) When traveling in New York, carriers may require a Highway Use Tax (HUT). Author:Reliable Permit Solutions
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