Existing Motor Carriers

Forms and links for existing motor carriers to file IFTA tax returns, renew their credenials, and make changes.

See also:

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IFTA Tax Returns


Dyed Fuel Reminder


Using dyed fuel in a highway vehicle is strictly illegal! See the IRS Brochure.

General


File Online


File your IFTA tax return online at nv.motorcarrierconnect.com.

Don't have an account? Contact us and apply using the Motor Carrier Online User Access Request (MC 106).

Paper Returns


Fuel Tax Refunds


Firms may be eligible for tax refunds on fuel used for power takeoffs, off-road use, non-highway equipment, etc.

Please contact Motor Carrier for the forms and instructions.

Daily Use Forms


Federal


See Updating Your Registration or Authority and use FMCSA's legacy systems.

State


Motor carriers must notify the DMV within 10 days when the USDOT number for the Motor Carrier Responsible for Safety (MCRS) has changed (NRS 482.2912). Complete the form below and send via email to mctlc@dmv.nv.gov or mail to the address on the form. If you are reporting IFTA under this USDOT, please include a copy of your lease or business agreement. 

Motor Carrier Responsible for Safety Update Request (MC416) (PDF)

Nevada's maximum gross weight for registration is from 80,000 to 129,000 pounds. There is no need for a separate overweight/over length permit for reducible loads.

The DMV Motor Carrier Division issues overlength permits for vehicles with multiple trailers and reducible loads that exceed 70 feet in length (maximum weight is 129,000 pounds). Email mctic@dmv.nv.gov or call (775) 684-4711 for more information.

See NDOT Commercial Vehicle Permits and General Permit Information for Over Dimensional Permits and Letters of Instruction on route restrictions.

For Nevada-based carriers, Motor Carrier branch offices issue 24 hour permits (120 hours for buses) for temporary registration and special fuel taxes. Fees for registration are $5 plus 15 cents per mile. Special fuel permits are a flat $30. See also Motor Carrier Permits.

Amber Light and Hazardous Materials Permits


See Nevada State Police Highway Patrol Permits or call (775) 684-4622.

The State Police issue flashing amber light permits and 72-hour HazMat Permits. Nevada issues a maximum of one 72-hour permit during any three consecutive months per NAC 459.984.

Annual HazMat Permits


Carriers must obtain HazMat permits from their base state. Nevada is one of the states participating in the Uniform State Hazardous Materials Registration and Permitting Program.

Apply online at hazmatalliance.org.

See the State Police page for federal and state HazMat laws.

Contact Us


Call (775) 684-4711 option 1, send an email or use the Motor Carrier Comment form.