New authority (21 days)

Can't speak in general but, I believe there is a mandatory protest period. I dont know if its BUSINESS days. Mine didnt take 21 BUSINESS days...... when I filed mine...I filed it like on JULY 27-28 and my authority became active AUG 16th

 

How long does the operating authority or DOT number application processing take if you file on the Internet or by mail?

Published 12/05/2014 02:14 PM | Updated 06/23/2020 11:14 AM
Operating Authority:

• First-time applicants registering via the Unified Registration System or existing carriers applying for property carrier applications using the OP-1 form may take 20-25 business days
• Email or Fax: OP-1 Property carrier applications (existing carriers only) may take 3-7 business days
• Mail: OP-1 Property carrier applications (existing carriers only) may take 45-60 business days
• Authority applications that are identified for vetting may take an additional 2-8 weeks. For more information on the vetting process, click here.

How long does the operating authority or DOT number application processing take if you file on the Internet or by mail?

 

For me, it was more like three weeks three years ago.
I don't know what it is now.

 

I'm surprised people are getting in.

 

It takes awhile, FMCSA has to know your cargo insurance is in force before they issue the authority. You also have to have the process agents filed. The liability insurance has a Form E (I think) that has to be filed also, it certifies your insurance is valid for 30 days before the insurance company can cancel it for non payment.

 

Congratulations