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Authority Setup

FROM ZERO TO HAULING.

We file your MC authority, set up compliance, get your insurance, and book your first load โ€” in 4-6 weeks.

Standard $1,500 ยท Premium $2,500 ยท FMCSA filing fees included

Carriers with LLC/Corp but no MC authority yet

STANDARD LAUNCH

$1,500

One-time + 5-8% ongoing commission

โ€œHave your LLC? We'll get your authority and first loads.โ€

4-6

Weeks to first load

500+

Broker network

What's included

  • โœ“MC/DOT authority application & filing ($300 FMCSA fee included)
  • โœ“BOC-3 process agent designation (all 50 states)
  • โœ“UCR registration (first year included)
  • โœ“Insurance setup during 21-day waiting period
  • โœ“Drug & alcohol testing consortium enrollment
  • โœ“FMCSA Clearinghouse registration
  • โœ“New Entrant Safety Audit preparation guide
  • โœ“IRP/apportioned plates guidance
  • โœ“IFTA account setup + first year filing (4 quarters)
  • โœ“30 days of daily dispatcher check-in calls
  • โœ“Load board training & broker introductions (500+ network)
  • โœ“Factoring setup assistance (free)
Best Value

Aspiring owner-operators with no business or authority

PREMIUM LAUNCH

$2,500

One-time + 5-8% ongoing commission

โ€œStarting from zero? We handle everything.โ€

5-7

Weeks to first load

500+

Broker network

Everything in Standard Launch

  • โœ“MC/DOT authority application & filing ($300 FMCSA fee included)
  • โœ“BOC-3 process agent designation (all 50 states)
  • โœ“UCR registration (first year included)
  • โœ“Insurance setup during 21-day waiting period
  • โœ“Drug & alcohol testing consortium enrollment
  • โœ“FMCSA Clearinghouse registration
  • โœ“New Entrant Safety Audit preparation guide
  • โœ“IRP/apportioned plates guidance
  • โœ“IFTA account setup + first year filing (4 quarters)
  • โœ“30 days of daily dispatcher check-in calls
  • โœ“Load board training & broker introductions (500+ network)
  • โœ“Factoring setup assistance (free)

Plus: Company Formation

  • โ˜…LLC or Corporation formation (state filing fees included)
  • โ˜…EIN application with IRS
  • โ˜…Operating agreement template
  • โ˜…Business bank account guidance
  • โ˜…Registered agent setup

FMCSA authority filing fee ($300) and state LLC filing fees included in package price. Insurance, IRP, and HVUT are separate โ€” see full cost breakdown below.

What's the Difference?

FeatureStandardPremium
LLC/Corp FormationMust haveIncluded
MC/DOT Authority FilingIncluded ($300 fee covered)Included ($300 fee covered)
BOC-3 FilingIncludedIncluded
UCR RegistrationIncluded (1st year)Included (1st year)
Insurance SetupFull setupFull setup
Drug Testing ConsortiumEnrollment includedEnrollment included
IFTA Filing1st year free (4 quarters)1st year free (4 quarters)
Load Board TrainingIncludedIncluded
Daily Check-In Calls30 days30 days
Broker Introductions500+ network + personal intros500+ network + personal intros
7-Day Free Trialโ€”โ€”
Time to First Load4-6 weeks5-7 weeks
Ongoing Commission5-8%5-8%

How It Works

From sign-up to first load in 5 steps

1

Tell Us Where You Are

Already hauling? Have a business but no authority? Starting from scratch? We'll recommend the right package for your situation.

2

We Handle the Paperwork

Authority filing, insurance setup, compliance programs, business formation โ€” whatever you need, we do the legwork.

3

21-Day Waiting Period

While FMCSA processes your authority (Standard/Premium), we use this time to set up insurance, compliance, and drug testing. Free tier skips this step.

4

Authority Goes Active

Once your MC is active, we build your carrier packet, send it to 500+ brokers, assign your dedicated dispatcher, and book your first load.

5

Start Hauling

First load within 24-48 hours of activation. Plus 30 days of daily check-in calls (Standard/Premium).

Full Cost Transparency

What's included vs. what you pay separately

FeeAmountStandardPremium
FMCSA Authority Filing$300IncludedIncluded
BOC-3 Filing$30-100IncludedIncluded
UCR Registration$46/year1st year included1st year included
State LLC Filing$50-500โ€”Included
Commercial Insurance$12,000-22,000/yrCarrier paysCarrier pays
IRP/Apportioned Plates$1,500-2,000Carrier paysCarrier pays
Form 2290 HVUT$100-550Carrier paysCarrier pays

No hidden fees. We show you every cost before you commit.

Carriers Who Launched With Us

โ€œThe willingness to teach new MC carriers. We don't need to worry about issues that new carriers face daily because Dispatch handles that before it even gets to us.โ€

Sharah (Demetria)

T&C Trucking Logistics LLC

New carrier, fresh MC authority

โ€œThey've been helping the company off the ground from the day Plus One was introduced. Very professional about the job and value you as a human, not a number.โ€

Troy Cole

Plus One Auto Transport LLC

With FF Dispatch 2+ years

โ€œFrom the beginning I have found all the dispatchers to be very knowledgeable regarding the trucking industry and always willing to go the extra mile to help me find a load.โ€

Marc Tondre

Stellar Trucking Services

New carrier

Common Questions

How do I know which package I need?+
It depends on where you are in your journey. If you already have an active MC, LLC, and insurance โ€” you just need the free Get Dispatched option. If you have a business (LLC) but no MC authority yet โ€” go with Standard Launch ($1,500). If you're starting from zero with nothing โ€” Premium Launch ($2,500) handles everything.
What's included in the $300 FMCSA filing fee?+
The $300 is the federal fee FMCSA charges to file for MC authority. It's included in both the Standard and Premium packages โ€” you don't pay it separately. This gets your MC number issued (though it takes 21 days to go active).
Why does it take 4-6 weeks to start hauling?+
FMCSA requires a 21-day public vetting period after you file for MC authority. During those 21 days, we use the time productively โ€” setting up your insurance, drug testing, compliance programs, and preparing everything so you can start hauling the moment your authority goes active.
What kind of rates can I expect?+
Rates depend on your equipment type, lanes, season, and market conditions. Our target averages: Dry Van $2.85/mile, Reefer $3.10/mile, Flatbed $3.25/mile, Box Truck $2.10/mile, Hotshot $2.60/mile. We negotiate every load to get you the best rate possible, but results vary.
Do I need my own truck to get started?+
Yes โ€” FF Dispatch provides the dispatch service, not the truck. You need your own truck (or lease one). If you don't have a truck yet, check out our Lease-On program where you can drive under our authority.
What other costs should I expect beyond the package price?+
The package covers our service fees and most government filings. Additional costs you should plan for: commercial insurance ($12,000-22,000/year for new authority), IRP/apportioned plates ($1,500-2,000), Form 2290 HVUT ($100-550), and FMCSA Clearinghouse queries ($1.25 each). We'll walk you through all of these.
Can I upgrade from Free to Standard or Premium?+
The free tier is for carriers who already have everything set up. If you already have an active MC, you don't need Standard or Premium โ€” just sign up for free. These packages are for carriers who need help getting their authority set up.
What happens after the 30 days of check-in calls?+
After 30 days, we transition to weekly check-ins for months 2-3, then move to regular dispatch support. Your dedicated dispatcher is always available โ€” the daily calls are extra mentoring during your first month of hauling.
Is the Premium Launch worth the extra $1,000?+
Premium makes sense if you need business formation (LLC, EIN, operating agreement, registered agent). If you already have an LLC and EIN, Standard covers everything else. The $1,000 difference covers what would cost $500-1,000+ if you hired a lawyer or service to form your business.
What if I already have some of these things set up?+
We'll customize based on what you actually need. If you have your LLC and insurance but just need authority filing, we'll adjust. Call us at (302) 608-0609 and we'll figure out the right fit.

YOUR AUTHORITY STARTS HERE.

Tell us where you are and we'll handle the rest.

Already have your MC and insurance? Skip setup โ€” get dispatched free โ†’