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Announcements
Self-Certification Underway
Self-Certification began Monday, February 11. Please remember that drivers must complete a self-certification application and submit it along with a medical card (if applicable). All incomplete applications will be rejected and may result in driving privileges being cancelled. All CDL holders must be certified by January 30, 2014. See CDL Self-Certification.
Staggered Registrations for LCVs
The DMV is now offering different registration periods for Longer Combination Vehicle permits. See the LCV Permit Notice and indicate your preference.
Temporary Trip Permit Requirements
Out of state commercial vehicles with a Combined Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of 10,001 pounds or more are required to get a temporary registration permit. All carriers are now required to get permits before entering Nevada.
- Permits - a list of vendors and general information.
- Tip Sheet - single page Q&A
- AB 372 Notice and FAQs - formal notice and detailed requirements
IFTA Tax Returns
Effective with the first quarter 2012 International Fuel Tax (IFTA) tax returns, due on April 30, 2012, the Motor Carrier Division will cease mailing copies of the quarterly IFTA tax returns to Nevada’s IFTA licensees.
Notice - Tax Returns No Longer Mailed | 2012 IFTA Return Due Dates
Potential Fuel Tax Evasion Report
Do your part to make sure everyone pays their fair share! Report potential fuel tax evasion online. Or, call the Motor Carrier Audit Team at (775) 684-4634.
UCR Registration
If you operate any truck or bus in interstate commerce, you must register with the federal Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) program. Nevada is a non-participating state and does not offer this service. However, Nevada-based carriers must comply with UCR. You must register with a participating state. Online registration is available at www.ucr.in.gov or see UCR Contacts.
Quick Info and Contacts
- Nevada has no Ports of Entry. See Permits for permit information.
- Maximum Cab Card Weight 80,000 pounds
- Carriers operating in excess of 80,000 pounds must must obtain all necessary permits before entering the state.
- Some rural DMV offices issue Single Trip Fuel permits. Call (775) 684-4711 for locations.
- For route restrictions and current road conditions, visit Nevada DOT.
- Nevada CDL Handbooks, IRP & IFTA forms are available in our Motor Carrier Forms Room.
- NDOT publishes a comprehensive Commercial Vehicle Handbook.
- General visitor information is available from the Nevada Commission on Tourism.
- Information on establishing a business in Nevada is available from the Nevada Governor's Office of Economic Development.
The Nevada Department of Transportation website is your best source for current permit information on all oversized and overweight vehicles including the latest route conditions, prohibitions and restrictions. See also Permits.
Motor Carrier Laws
| Chapter Number and Title | Statutes | Code | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 360a | Administration of Certain Taxes and Fees on Fuels | NRS | -- |
| 365 | Taxes on Certain Fuels for Motor Vehicles and Aircraft | NRS | NAC |
| 366 | Tax on Special Fuels | NRS | NAC |
| 371 | Governmental Services Tax on Vehicle Registrations | NRS | -- |
| 373 | County Taxes on Fuels | NRS | -- |
| 459 | Hazardous Materials | NRS | NAC |
| 482 | Non-Apportioned Vehicle Registration | NRS | NAC |
| 483 | Driver License | NRS | NAC |
| 484 | Traffic Laws (replaced by Chapters 484A - 484E below) | NRS | NAC |
| 484A | Traffic Laws Generally | NRS | -- |
| 484B | Rules of the Road | NRS | -- |
| 484C | Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or a Prohibited Substance | NRS | -- |
| 484D | Equipment, Inspections and Size, Weight and Load of Vehicles | NRS | -- |
| 484E | Accidents and Reports of Accidents | NRS | -- |
| 485 | Insurance and Financial Responsibility | NRS | NAC |
| 590 | Petroleum Products and Antifreeze | NRS | NAC |
| 706 | Motor Carrier/Apportioned Registration | NRS | NAC |
| Title 49 | Federal Laws and Regulations - Transportation | USC | CFR |