OP1 – Operating Authority (MC) Application Service
OP1 – Operating Authority (MC) Application Service is a complete filing service
that prepares and submits your Operating Authority (MC Number) application to FMCSA
so you can legally operate as a for-hire motor carrier in interstate commerce.
This service includes OP-1 filing, MC number assignment guidance, BOC-3 & insurance activation
instructions, and full support until your authority becomes Active.
OP1 – Operating Authority (MC) Application Service
To operate as a for-hire motor carrier in interstate commerce, FMCSA requires
you to obtain Operating Authority (MC Number) by filing the OP-1 application.
This service handles the entire process — from filing your OP-1 to guiding you through
insurance and BOC-3 requirements until your authority becomes Active.
- Preparation and filing of the OP-1 application
- Guidance to obtain MC Number quickly and accurately
- BOC-3 and insurance activation instructions
- FMCSA account setup and verification
- Support until authority becomes Active
Accurate Filing
We complete and submit the OP-1 correctly the first time.
Activation Assistance
Includes guidance for insurance (BMC-91/91X) & BOC-3 filing.
FMCSA Compliance
Fully compliant with FMCSA authority application requirements.
Service Overview
Filing the OP-1 is the first step toward beginning operations as a
for-hire motor carrier in interstate commerce. FMCSA will assign your
MC Number after the application is accepted, but your authority will not
become Active until:
- BOC-3 Process Agent is filed
- Insurance (BMC-91/91X) is submitted
- FMCSA completes the activation timeline
FleetXceed assists with every step — filing, requirements, and monitoring until activation.
What’s Included
- Complete OP-1 application filing
- FMCSA URS registration assistance
- MC Number assignment guidance
- Insurance activation instructions (BMC filings)
- BOC-3 activation guidance
- Monitoring of FMCSA status updates
- Support until authority is officially Active
What You Will Receive
1. Filed OP-1 Application
- FMCSA submission confirmation
- MC Number issued by FMCSA
2. Activation Requirements Guide
- BOC-3 filing instructions
- Insurance filing requirements overview
- FMCSA activation timeline details
3. Compliance Documentation
- Copy of filed OP-1
- Checklist of next steps for activation
How It Works
- Purchase the OP1 – Operating Authority service.
- Submit company information through our secure form.
- We prepare and file your OP-1 with FMCSA.
- FMCSA assigns your MC Number.
- We guide you through BOC-3 and insurance activation steps.
- Your authority becomes Active once FMCSA processing is complete.
Regulatory Compliance
This service aligns with FMCSA rules under:
- 49 CFR Part 365 – Operating Authority Application Procedures
- 49 CFR Part 387 – Insurance Requirements
- FMCSA Unified Registration System (URS)
MC authority cannot become Active until insurance and BOC-3 filings are submitted.
Who Should Purchase This Service?
- New for-hire trucking companies
- Owner-operators obtaining MC authority
- Private carriers converting to for-hire operations
- Companies opening a new MC authority
- Anyone unfamiliar with FMCSA application processes
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take for MC authority to become Active?
Typically 20–30 days depending on insurance & BOC-3 filing completion.
Does FMCSA charge a fee?
Yes — FMCSA charges a $300 federal filing fee. Our service fee is separate.
Can I operate before activation?
No — you must wait until your authority shows Active in FMCSA systems.
Do you assist with BOC-3?
Yes — we provide instructions or can file it (as an add-on service).