Who Must Register for UCR in Utah?

Jan. 13, 2026, 11:42 a.m.
The Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) program applies to commercial motor carriers, brokers, and freight forwarders operating in the United States, including Utah. It is a federal requirement administered at the state level, and registration fees vary based on fleet size.
UCR in Utah

1. Interstate Motor Carriers

Any carrier operating in interstate commerce (across state lines) must register for UCR if they fall under these categories:

  • For-hire carriers transporting property or passengers

  • Private carriers of property

  • Freight brokers or forwarders

Example: A Utah trucking company delivering goods to California or Texas must have a valid UCR registration.

2. Intrastate Carriers

Utah generally does not require intrastate-only carriers (operating solely within Utah) to register for UCR, unless they are a broker or freight forwarder conducting interstate business.

3. Fleet Size Determines the Fee

UCR registration is based on the total number of commercial vehicles in your fleet, not just those in Utah:

  • 1–2 vehicles

  • 3–5 vehicles

  • 6–20 vehicles

  • 21–100 vehicles

  • 101–1,000 vehicles

  • 1,001+ vehicles

Larger fleets pay higher fees, which are collected annually.

4. Exceptions

  • Vehicles under 10,000 lbs gross vehicle weight and certain government-owned vehicles may be exempt.

  • Vehicles operating only in intrastate commerce with no federal DOT registration may also be exempt.

5. How to Register in Utah

  • Registration is done online through the https://www.fmcsa.me/

  • Once registered, carriers receive a UCR decal or proof of payment, which should be kept on file.

Quick Takeaway:
If your business in Utah is moving commercial freight across state lines, acting as a broker, or forwarding shipments interstate, you must register for UCR annually. Intrastate-only carriers usually do not need UCR, unless engaging in interstate activities.

 

UCR in Utah