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California Motor Carrier Permit (CA MCP)

from $290.00

Get your California Motor Carrier Permit from the California DMV. Most for-hire carriers transporting property in California need an MCP, and in almost all cases, if you need a CA Number you need this too.

The application requires your CA Number from CHP first, plus insurance verification with the DMV: public liability coverage and workers compensation or proof of exemption. We verify your CA Number (or file it for you), submit the DMV application, and coordinate the insurance filings that gate approval.

Pricing follows the DMV's own categories by fleet size and operation type, from a single truck to fleets of 35, for-hire or private property. The permit renews annually, and we remind you before it expires.

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Get your California Motor Carrier Permit from the California DMV. Most for-hire carriers transporting property in California need an MCP, and in almost all cases, if you need a CA Number you need this too.

The application requires your CA Number from CHP first, plus insurance verification with the DMV: public liability coverage and workers compensation or proof of exemption. We verify your CA Number (or file it for you), submit the DMV application, and coordinate the insurance filings that gate approval.

Pricing follows the DMV's own categories by fleet size and operation type, from a single truck to fleets of 35, for-hire or private property. The permit renews annually, and we remind you before it expires.

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$110.00

What's Included

  • CA Number Verification: We confirm you have the required CA Number from CHP.
  • DMV Application: We file your MCP application with the California DMV.
  • Insurance Coordination: We help ensure your insurance filings are correct.
  • Permit Delivery: We send you your official MCP once approved.
  • Renewal Reminders: We remind you before your permit expires.

Who Needs an MCP?

For-hire motor carriers transporting property in California generally need a Motor Carrier Permit. In almost all cases, if you are required to have a CA Number, you also need an MCP. Contact us if you are unsure whether the MCP applies to you.

Pricing varies by fleet size and operation type (authorized for-hire versus private property), so pick the options that match your operation when ordering.

What Happens After I Order?

We verify your CA Number is in place (and get it for you if it isn't), file your MCP application with the California DMV, and coordinate the insurance verification the DMV requires before it will issue the permit. When it's approved, we deliver your official MCP, and we remind you each year before it expires.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need the CA Number before I can get the MCP?+

Yes. The CA Number from CHP is a prerequisite for the MCP application with the DMV. We can file both in sequence.

What insurance do I need?+

Public liability coverage and workers compensation (or proof of exemption). The amounts depend on your cargo type and operation, and the DMV verifies the filings before issuing the permit.

How long does approval take?+

Processing time varies. The DMV must verify your insurance filings before issuing the permit, so having your insurance lined up early is what keeps the application moving.

Is the MCP annual?+

Yes. You must renew your Motor Carrier Permit each year, and we remind you before it lapses.

Why does the price vary?+

California's MCP fees scale with fleet size, and for-hire operations carry different requirements than private property carriers. The options at checkout match the DMV's own categories, so you pay for exactly your situation.

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