what is irp registration?

IRP is an optional method of vehicle registration that allows the multi-jurisdiction (interstate) operation of commercial vehicles under a single registration plate and registration certificate (cab card) issued by the registrant’s “base” jurisdiction.

what are the benefits of irp registration?

IRP registration provides apportioned or prorated fees for commercial vehicles operating in two or more jurisdictions.
Full annual fees are normally paid to each jurisdiction where the registrant (carrier) operates and are assessed based on the percentage of highway mileage traveled in each jurisdiction. For example, if an interstate vehicle, or fleet of vehicles, operates 50% of its total mileage in California and 50% of its total mileage in Nevada, that vehicle/fleet is assessed 50% of the fees that would otherwise be due in each state.

Vehicles registered in this manner are issued registration plate(s) and a cab card by their base jurisdiction only. The cab card identifies all the jurisdictions in which the registered vehicles are qualified for operation and the declared registered operating weight (combined gross weight) of each jurisdiction.

The fees for all of the jurisdictions where the registrant has an “established place of business”. It must be a physical location from which mileage is accrued by the fleet and where operational records of the fleet are maintained or can be made available for inspection.

how is the irp base jurisdiction defined?

The Base Jurisdiction means the jurisdiction where the registrant has an “established place of business”. It must be a physical location from which mileage is accrued by the fleet and where operational records of the fleet are maintained or can be made available for inspection.

what vehicles qualify for irp registration?

Any vehicle that meets the California Vehicle Code definition of “commercial vehicle” (CVC 260) and travels in California and at least one other jurisdiction may be registered under the IRP.

Most California-based commercial vehicles operating at a gross or combined gross weight (G/CGW) weight of 26,001 lbs. or more must have IRP registration or alternative commercial trip permits from the appropriate foreign jurisdictions when operating outside California. Vehicles weighing 26,000 lbs. or less and operating strictly interstate may be exempt from IRP or temporary commercial trip permits under reciprocal agreements.

Regardless of your vehicle G/CG operating weight and your operational patterns, you should always contact the foreign jurisdiction in which you plan to travel if you choose not to file for IRP.

What documents are required for IRP registration?

First time (original) applicants for IRP registration must submit the following documents:

1. California IRP Carrier Data Schedule A/B, form (MC 2117 I) (PDF)

2. California Vechicle Data Schedule C, form (MC 2118 I) (PDF)

3. USDOT Number (person responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle). The Federal Motor Carrier MCS-150 must be updated within the last 12 months PRIOR to the first day of the renewal period.

4. Taxpayer ID Number (FEIN or SSN). (See Schedule A/B REG 2117 IRP)