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What is the FMCSA vetting process and how long does it take?
Published 12/05/2014 05:03 PM |
Updated 02/19/2016 08:18 AM
The vetting process is a more in-depth review of a for-hire carrier applicant's aptitude to conform to FMCSA's safety fitness policy and the applicant's willingness and ability to comply with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements. Please bear in mind that:
- It may take up to 8 weeks or longer to finish vetting your application and to determine if operating authority (MC number) will be granted.
- If your application is incomplete, or if FMCSA needs additional information to process your application, then you may receive a written or telephone request from FMCSA for the required information.
- If your company is contacted regarding your application, it is important that you respond promptly. Your application cannot be processed or authority granted until the requested information is received.
- During the vetting process, your application will be listed as "suspended" in FMCSA systems.
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