Free MC Certificate Lookup
Download original FMCSA operating authority certificates at no cost. New grants, reinstatements, and transfers published since September 2003.
Authority Types (1,814,167 total, 373,185 active)
CPL New Grants
Certificate Publication List. Issued when FMCSA grants new operating authority to a carrier. Published daily on weekdays, averaging ~200 certificates per day.
REI Reinstatements
Issued when a carrier's previously revoked or suspended authority is reinstated. Averaging ~84 reinstatement certificates per day.
Transfer Transfers
Issued when operating authority is transferred from one carrier to another. Less common, averaging ~4 per day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I print my MC certificate?
Search for your MC number above and click Download PDF on the certificate page. The PDF opens in your browser and can be printed directly. TruckCodex provides free access to all FMCSA operating authority certificates published since September 2003.
Where can I download my MC authority letter for free?
Enter your MC, FF, or MX number in the search box above. TruckCodex provides free downloads of original FMCSA certificate PDFs — no registration or payment required. These are the same official documents published by FMCSA.
How much does it cost to get a copy of my MC certificate?
Nothing. MC certificates are public government documents. Some third-party services charge $10-50+ for copies, but TruckCodex provides them completely free. Simply search by your MC number and download the PDF.
What is an MC number and MC certificate?
An MC number (Motor Carrier number) is a unique identifier assigned by FMCSA when granting operating authority. The MC certificate is the official document proving that authority was granted. It includes the carrier's MC number, USDOT number, authority type, and effective date.
What types of MC certificates are available?
Three types: New grants (CPL) issued when FMCSA grants operating authority, Reinstatements (REI) when previously revoked authority is restored, and Transfers when authority moves between carriers. All types are available for free download.
How do I get a copy of my MC authority after it's been reinstated?
Search for your MC number above. Reinstatement certificates (REI) are published by FMCSA when authority is restored. The certificate page shows all documents on file including the original grant and any reinstatements.
What is the difference between MC, FF, and MX numbers?
MC (Motor Carrier) numbers are for carriers transporting regulated commodities. FF (Freight Forwarder) numbers are for freight forwarders arranging transportation. MX numbers are for Mexican carriers with cross-border authority. All are issued by FMCSA and certificates are available here.
How far back do the MC certificates go?
The FMCSA Certificate Publication List archives go back to September 30, 2003. Certificates issued before that date are not available in digital form. Coverage includes weekday publications only (no weekends or federal holidays).
About FMCSA Operating Authority
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) oversees all entities requiring operating authority to conduct interstate commerce: motor carriers (common and contract), property brokers, and freight forwarders. Each entity type has different requirements for insurance, BOC-3 filings, and operational permissions.
FMCSA publishes operating authority certificates daily for new grants, reinstatements, and transfers. TruckCodex archives these certificates and makes them individually searchable by MC, FF, or MX docket number. Certificate coverage spans from September 2003 to Apr 3, 2026.
Our database tracks 1,814,167 authority records across all types: common carrier, contract carrier, broker, freight forwarder, for-hire, and private authority. Of these, 373,185 are currently active.