Moving business is never outdated as people are always interstate and intrastate for different purposes. It has become an on-demand business across the world as people prefer safe and secure moving, so they hire moving companies. If you decide to start a moving company, there are several permit-related things that you should know. However, the companies incorporated with large trucks and containers require a DOT license (Department of Transport), FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration), and many more permits. Proper registration, license/permits, and following the guidelines can help you achieve success in moving business.

After developing a solid business plan, make sure to follow the following procedure of documentation and permit to start a legit moving company.

● Register your moving company

Different states have different terms and conditions to start a business so before everything, make sure to register your business under the state guidelines. The general business registration involves various procedures such as secretary of state registration, federal tax identification number, insurance policy, and general liability slips.

● DOT number

To start a household goods moving company with a permit, you need to obtain a department of transportation number. Typically, companies need to meet the guidelines of DOT to attain a specific number. You can obtain this number through the Unified Registration System. Furthermore, many companies require additional licenses such as MC number to operate the business if the company is transporting non-federally regulated cargo.

● Complete the FMCSA application process

After getting the DOT number, apple for FMCSA ( Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration), it’s an online application process. For FMCSA registration, you need to submit an insurance policy, truck registration documents, and DOT number.

● New entrant safety assurance program

If you are newly entered in moving or transportation services, this program is essential. It’s a probationary program with 18-month durations that records safe paperwork, safety audits, inspections, and every safety-related tactic on time. You can enroll in this program using the MCS-150 form, combined motor carrier identification report with the FMCSA registration number.

● Develop driver screening programs

In order to save the drive, driver screening programs are essential to enroll in if you have started a moving business. You could fail in this program if your driver got positive in drug screening programs. Failu\re in such programs can reject or cancel the household goods moving permit.