What is a BOC-3 form for?
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What is a BOC-3 form for?
The BOC-3 form filing serves as a means for the public to be able to reach you if you are involved in court proceedings. A process agent is a representative whom court papers may be served in any proceeding brought against a motor carrier or freight forwarder.
Can I be my own BOC-3?
A broker or freight forwarder applicant, without CMVs, can file Form BOC-3 on their own behalf. Only one completed form may be on file. It must include all states for which agency designations are required. One copy must be retained by the carrier or broker at its principal place of business.
What happens after I file my BOC-3?
Once we have filed your BOC-3 form, you will receive 1) a confirmation letter, (2) list of ATA process agents in every state and (3) your filed copy of the BOC-3 form to keep for your records.
Who is required to file a BOC-3?
Any new transportation company must file a BOC-3 before they can start operating within the United States, whether they plan to operate as a motor carrier, broker, or freight forwarder.
How long does it take to get BOC-3?
3-4 business days
How long does it take to file Form BOC-3? Once the BOC-3 form has been properly completed and filed electronically with the FMCSA, they will issue operating authority and mail the document to you. Normally, operating authority documents are sent out within 3-4 business days.
Who is required to have a BOC-3?
All FMCSA motor carriers, brokers, and freight forwarders are required to have a BOC-3 on file with the FMCSA in order to get your authority granted. A BOC-3 is also required in order to reinstate an MC or FF number that has been revoked.
Who needs a BOC-3?
Who needs a BOC-3 and what is it?
What is a BOC-3 Blanket agent?
The BOC-3 stands for Blanket of Coverage and designates an agent for your company that can file legal documents on your behalf.
Is a BOC-3 free?
A Form BOC-3 designates an authorized person or an office to accept any legal papers on your behalf in any state you conduct business and/or traverse through, and then forward them to you. Our one time fee of $30 covers you for a lifetime for the filing of the BOC-3 with the FMCSA.
How long does it take to reinstate operating authority?
Authority Reinstatement You can normally expect the reinstatement to take 2 to 5 days. If you are a freight broker you will also need to set up your surety bond and if you are a carrier you will need to set up your liability insurance (carriers that are moving companies will also need to set up cargo insurance).
How do I get rid of MC number?
How can I suspend, put my operating authority (MC number) on hold or revoke it?
- Complete a Form OCE-46, Request for Revocation of Registration.
- Have it notarized.
- Mail the completed form to: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- The telephone number to request Form OCE-46 is 1-800-832-5660. .
Can you have 2 MC numbers?
The short answer is no. According to Adam Galante, a DOT compliance expert at Compliance Navigation Specialists, “What drives people to have multiple DOT numbers are the insurance rates, which are determined by their hauling classification.
