Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Program and Oregon

Nov. 11, 2025, 6:54 p.m.
The Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Program is a federally mandated system that requires individuals and companies operating commercial motor vehicles in interstate or international commerce to register their business and pay an annual fee. The program funds motor-carrier safety enforcement across the United States.
UCR Online

Always Register your UCR here: https://www.fmcsa.me/

 

 

The UCR applies to:

  • Motor carriers transporting goods or passengers interstate.

  • Freight forwarders, brokers, and leasing companies involved in interstate commerce.

Fees are based on the number of commercial motor vehicles in a company’s fleet, and registration is required annually.

Oregon’s Role in the UCR Program

Unlike many states, Oregon is not a participating base state in the Unified Carrier Registration program.
This means:

  • The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) does not collect UCR fees directly.

  • Oregon-based carriers that operate in interstate commerce must register through a neighboring participating state.

Common base states for Oregon carriers include:

  • Washington

  • California

  • Idaho

  • Utah

  • Colorado

You can choose any participating state where your company has an office or operates a commercial vehicle.

Who Must Register?

Oregon-based companies must comply if they:

  • Operate interstate commercial vehicles over 10,000 pounds GVW,

  • Carry more than 10 passengers (including the driver), or

  • Transport hazardous materials requiring placards.

If your operations are intrastate only (you operate solely within Oregon), UCR registration is not required — but you must still comply with ODOT and FMCSA regulations.

How to Register for UCR if You’re Based in Oregon

  1. Determine your base state: Choose a participating state near Oregon.

  2. Visit  registration website:https://www.fmcsa.me/

  3. Register your company and declare your fleet size.

  4. Pay your annual UCR fee online.

  5. Keep proof of registration in your business files.

 

Why UCR Compliance Matters

Failure to comply with UCR requirements can result in:

  • Fines and penalties during roadside inspections,

  • Delays in interstate operations, and

  • Possible out-of-service orders for non-compliant carriers.

Compliance ensures your fleet operates legally across state lines and supports the national goal of safer highways.

UCR Fee Schedule (2025 Example)

Fees are based on the size of your fleet:

Fleet Size 2025 Fee (Approx.)
0–2 vehicles $129
3–5 vehicles $275
6–20 vehicles $499
21–100 vehicles $1,785
101–1,000 vehicles $9,985
1,001+ vehicles $119,745

(Check https://www.fmcsa.me/ for the latest official rates.)

Key Takeaways for Oregon Carriers

  • Oregon is not a UCR base state — you must register in a neighboring participating state.

  • All interstate carriers, even with one vehicle, must register annually.

  • Always keep documentation of payment and registration for inspections.

  • Visit https://www.fmcsa.me/ for official registration and updates.