MCSA-5889 – Reinstate Operating Authority is a complete service to reinstate
your FMCSA Operating Authority (MC Number) after it has been revoked or become
inactive. We file the official MCSA-5889 reinstatement request, resolve compliance issues, and
guide you through all requirements until your authority becomes Active again.
MCSA-5889 – Reinstate Operating Authority is a complete service to reinstate
your FMCSA Operating Authority (MC Number) after it has been revoked or become
inactive. We file the official MCSA-5889 reinstatement request, resolve compliance issues, and
guide you through all requirements until your authority becomes Active again.
FMCSA may revoke or deactivate a carrier’s Operating Authority (MC Number) for
several reasons, including missing insurance filings, voluntary revocation, or compliance-related
issues. This service handles the full MCSA-5889 reinstatement process and provides
guidance until your authority becomes Active again.
Ensure all FMCSA requirements are met for reinstatement.
We guide you through required filings for reactivation.
We submit your MCSA-5889 reinstatement request immediately.
Your Operating Authority may be revoked or inactive due to:
The MCSA-5889 form is required to officially request reinstatement from FMCSA.
Dot Motus Compliance completes and submits the form, checks your compliance status, and assists with any
required filings to bring your MC authority back to Active.
Reinstatement must comply with FMCSA rules under:
Operating without Active authority can result in enforcement actions and penalties.
FMCSA typically processes reinstatement within 3–7 business days once all
requirements are met.
Yes — FMCSA charges an $80 reinstatement fee. Your service fee is separate.
Yes — active liability insurance (BMC-91/91X) must be on file.
Yes — authority cannot be reinstated without an active BOC-3 filing.
No — you must wait until FMCSA lists your authority as Active.
