OP1 – Operating Authority (MC) Application Service is a complete filing service
that prepares and submits your Operating Authority (MC Number) application to FMCSA
so you can legally operate as a for-hire motor carrier in interstate commerce.
This service includes OP-1 filing, MC number assignment guidance, BOC-3 & insurance activation
instructions, and full support until your authority becomes Active.
OP1 – Operating Authority (MC) Application Service is a complete filing service
that prepares and submits your Operating Authority (MC Number) application to FMCSA
so you can legally operate as a for-hire motor carrier in interstate commerce.
This service includes OP-1 filing, MC number assignment guidance, BOC-3 & insurance activation
instructions, and full support until your authority becomes Active.
To operate as a for-hire motor carrier in interstate commerce, FMCSA requires
you to obtain Operating Authority (MC Number) by filing the OP-1 application.
This service handles the entire process — from filing your OP-1 to guiding you through
insurance and BOC-3 requirements until your authority becomes Active.
We complete and submit the OP-1 correctly the first time.
Includes guidance for insurance (BMC-91/91X) & BOC-3 filing.
Fully compliant with FMCSA authority application requirements.
Filing the OP-1 is the first step toward beginning operations as a
for-hire motor carrier in interstate commerce. FMCSA will assign your
MC Number after the application is accepted, but your authority will not
become Active until:
Dot Motus Compliance assists with every step — filing, requirements, and monitoring until activation.
This service aligns with FMCSA rules under:
MC authority cannot become Active until insurance and BOC-3 filings are submitted.
Yes — FMCSA charges a $300 filing fee. Our service fee is separate.
Typically 20–30 days, depending on insurance & BOC-3 filing completion.
No — you must wait until your authority shows Active in FMCSA systems.
Yes — we provide instructions or can file it (as an add-on service).
