IRP Registration Services
Owned and operated by DOT Operating Authority, Inc., we are a commercial trucking compliance company headquartered in Burbank, California. Certified through the California DMV Interstate Carrier Program (ICP), we are uniquely able to issue IRP apportioned plates and cab cards directly from our office — no DMV appointments, no waiting weeks for documents.
Who We Are
About IRP Registration Services
Owned and operated by DOT Operating Authority, Inc. — a California DMV-authorized IRP processing company headquartered in Burbank, CA, serving carriers across all 48 contiguous states.
California DMV Authorized
Certified through the California DMV Interstate Carrier Program (ICP), we have direct authority to issue IRP apportioned plates and cab cards from our Burbank office — often same-day for California-based carriers, with no DMV appointments needed.
Full-Service IRP Filing
We handle every step: new IRP accounts, application filings, annual renewals, supplemental additions, weight changes, fleet vehicle additions, replacement plates, and cab card reissuance — all managed on your behalf, accurately and fast.
100% Online Process
Submit your details through our online form, our specialists prepare and file everything, and your IRP credentials are delivered without a single DMV visit. Live phone support is available for carriers who prefer speaking with someone directly.
15,000+ Carriers Served
From single-truck owner-operators to large multi-state fleet managers, over 15,000 carriers rely on us to keep their apportioned plates valid. Our reputation is built on fast processing times, transparent fee calculations, and a paperwork-free experience.
The International Registration Plan
What Is IRP Registration?
A cooperative agreement between 48 U.S. states, D.C., and 10 Canadian provinces — one apportioned plate and one cab card to legally operate across all 59 member jurisdictions.
Under the IRP, you register your commercial vehicle in your base jurisdiction — the state where your business is established. Your base state issues your credentials: an apportioned license plate and a cab card listing every jurisdiction your vehicle is authorized to operate in. Registration fees are calculated based on miles actually driven per jurisdiction, and your base state distributes those fees on your behalf.
Required for any commercial vehicle crossing state lines that meets one of:
- A gross vehicle weight (GVW) or gross combination weight (GCW) exceeding 26,000 pounds
- Three or more axles on the power unit, regardless of weight
- A combination of vehicles exceeding 26,000 pounds gross weight
Operating without valid apportioned plates and a current IRP cab card is a legal violation — subject to fines and costly roadside delays.
Our Advantage
Why Carriers Choose Us
California DMV Authorization
We are one of the few IRP service providers authorized directly through the California DMV Interstate Carrier Program. This means faster IRP processing, fewer delays, and direct issuance of California apportioned plates and IRP cab cards from our office.
100% Online IRP Process
Our entire IRP process is handled online. You submit your details through our form, our specialists prepare and file everything, and your IRP credentials are delivered without you ever stepping foot in a government office. We also offer live phone support for carriers who prefer to speak directly.
Specialized IRP Expertise
Our team focuses exclusively on commercial carrier compliance: IRP, IFTA, trip permits, DOT compliance, and related federal and state requirements. That specialization means fewer errors, faster filings, and a team that genuinely understands the complexities of interstate trucking compliance.
Trusted by 15,000+ Carriers
From single-truck owner-operators to multi-state fleets, over 15,000 carriers have trusted IRP Registration Services to keep their apportioned plates valid and their businesses moving. We understand that downtime costs money, which is why we prioritize speed and accuracy in every registration we process.
End-to-End Support
We don't just file paperwork. Our team is available to answer questions, help you understand your IRP requirements, guide you through renewals, and support you if anything changes with your fleet or operations throughout the year.
Our Clients
Who We Help
- Owner-operators registering a single commercial vehicle for interstate travel and applying for their first IRP number
- Small trucking companies managing a handful of trucks across multiple states and handling annual IRP renewals
- Large fleet operators needing efficient, accurate IRP registration, supplemental filings, and IRP cab card updates as vehicles are added or removed
- California-based carriers who need fast apportioned plate issuance and same-office IRP processing through a DMV-authorized agent
- New carriers entering the trucking industry who need guidance on IRP requirements, IFTA, DOT compliance, and overall trucking compliance from day one
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you're running one rig or managing dozens of vehicles across multiple states, our team handles your IRP registration accurately, quickly, and almost entirely online.
California carriers call (916) 426-6166
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Let's Talk
Have questions about IRP registration? Our team is ready to help — reach out by phone, email, or send us a message.