If you are an independent entrepreneur or own a trucking company in the United States, there are various permits you are required to have. You will need trucking permits to drive from state to state, pay taxes on gas, and carry certain items or products. Additionally, if you drive an oversized truck, you must get a special permit.

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Because the weight limit depends significantly on what state you are going through, understanding the legal requirements for every state is vital.

DOT Numbers

If your truck weighs more than 10,000 pounds and drives state lines, you need a UDFOD number.…