Do Oregon Carriers Need Permits to Operate in Washington?

Dec. 23, 2025, 3:06 p.m.
Yes — Oregon carriers may need permits to operate in Washington, but whether a permit is required depends on what type of operation and how the vehicle is configured.
Do Oregon Carriers Need Permits to Operate in Washington

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1. Standard Interstate Operations

  • If an Oregon carrier is transporting goods interstate (e.g., going from Oregon through Washington to another state), they typically do not need a separate Washington state operating authority permit just because they are from Oregon, as long as they are properly registered and compliant under federal interstate rules (like U.S. DOT, IRP/IFTA, and Unified Carrier Registration UCR).

    • Washington does not require a general commercial operating permit solely because you’re out-of-state — the carrier still operates under their federal and IRP/IFTA credentials.  

2. Vehicle Trip & Fuel Permits

If the Oregon carrier doesn’t have proper IRP or IFTA credentials, they must purchase temporary permits when operating in Washington:

  • Trip Permit: Required for commercial vehicles without proper Washington or IRP registration for limited, short-term operations.  

  • Fuel Permit: Required if the carrier does not have IFTA but will operate a qualifying commercial vehicle (most heavy trucks) in Washington.  

These permits are generally valid for a few days and allow short-term commercial operations without registering in the state. 

3. Oversize / Overweight Permits

  • Any vehicle or load that exceeds Washington’s legal size/weight limits must have a commercial vehicle oversize or overweight permit before crossing into or moving within Washington — regardless of whether the carrier is based in Oregon.  

  • These permits are issued through Washington’s permitting system (eSNOOPI Pro or agents) and are required ahead of movement.  

Summary: What Oregon Carriers Typically Need

Situation Permit Needed?
Operating interstate with valid federal, IRP & IFTA registrations  No additional WA permit just for being an Oregon carrier
No IRP/IFTA registration and only short deliveries  Trip & Fuel permits
Oversize/overweight load  Oversize/Overweight permit
Operating regular sized legal trucks with valid licensure  No extra WA permit

Important Notes

  • Reciprocity: Washington does not currently have a blanket reciprocity agreement with other states for commercial vehicle operations, so permit rules apply based on vehicle/legal status, not just origin state.

  • Always check Washington State DOT and DOL for specific permit types and costs before entry.

 

https://www.oregon.gov/odot/mct/pages/oregon-motor-carrier-requirements.aspx

 

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