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Motor carriers and trucking

The motor carrier industry works closely with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) to make roads and highways safer for everyone - that includes complying with all state and federal laws and regulations.

This one-stop-shop provides you with all the information you need to work as a trucker in Wisconsin.

The Motor Carrier Counter accepts cash or checks only. WisCRS IRP and IFTA online transaction payments are via ACH. Credit cards are required for unladen permits; 72-hour trip permits; and single-trip and multiple-trip permits obtained via their online applications.

The WisCRS online IRP and IFTA application is here! Sign up for our highly-praised IRP and IFTA Internet access WisCRS. Many Wisconsin carriers are already enjoying the benefits, and you can, too!

• Audit (motor carrier)
• Commercial driver license (CDL)
• Heavy vehicle use tax (HVUT)
• Insurance
• International fuel tax agreement (IFTA)
• International registration plan (IRP)
   
• Motor carrier credentials
• Motor carrier fees
• Motor carrier forms and publications
• Operating authority
• Oversize and overweight permits
• Safety assistance (MCSAP)
   
• Seasonal weight restrictions
• Size and weight enforcement
• Trip permits (72-hour trip permit/Unladen trip permit)
• Truck operator map
• Truck safety
• Unified carrier registration (UCR)
• Weigh stations

All external hyperlinks are provided for your information and for the benefit of the general public. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation does not testify to, sponsor or endorse the accuracy of the information provided on externally linked pages.

You will need the Adobe Reader (provided free of charge) to view PDF files. For more information about getting your free copy of the Adobe Reader, visit WisDOT's Software information page.

Questions about the content of this page:
Motor Carrier Services, irp-ifta@dot.wi.gov
Last modified: December 22, 2011