What a Temporary Oregon Trip Permit Is
A temporary Oregon trip permit (often just called a trip permit) allows your commercial vehicle to legally operate on Oregon highways for a limited time (usually 10 days) if it:
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Is not registered in Oregon, or
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Doesn’t have Oregon on its IRP cab card, or
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Needs temporary registration weight authority.
These permits are non-refundable and must be obtained before you operate the vehicle in Oregon.
Step-by-Step: How to Apply
1. Determine Eligibility
You generally need a temporary trip permit if your vehicle is:
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Out-of-state or not IRP-apportioned for Oregon,
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Unregistered in Oregon, or
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Operating temporarily above its current registration weight.
Note: If your vehicle is IRP-registered and Oregon is included on the cab card, you don’t need a trip permit.
2. Prepare Required Information
Before applying, gather:
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Vehicle details (VIN, model, year, etc.)
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Combined or declared weight
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Proof of insurance
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Your name and contact info
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USDOT number for commercial carriers.
3. Choose Your Application Method
Online
The easiest way is through Oregon Trucking Online:
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Go to: www.oregontruckingonline.org
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Select “Temporary Permit” or “Trip Permit”
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Enter vehicle and trip details
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Pay the fee and download/print your permit
Out-of-state carriers can sign up for a PIN to access services long-distance.
By Phone
Some carriers request a permit by calling Oregon DOT:
(503) 386-4187 – Ask for temporary permit help.
Fees & Validity
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Cost: Around $120 for 10 consecutive days (heavy vehicles).
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The permit must be carried in the vehicle at all times when operating in Oregon.
Important Tips
Get it before you operate: Permits must be secured before entering Oregon.
Keep copies: Carry either a printed or electronic permit.
No permit = violation: Operating without a valid permit can result in fines and being held until compliance is achieved.
Final Points
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A trip permit only covers legal operation — it does not cover fuel tax or weight-mile tax compliance; separate credentials may be needed for those.
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If you exceed Oregon’s temporary permit limits (number per year), the state may require you to establish a permanent account or provide a bond