Laws And Rules
Forwarder: A business that asks for, gathers, or puts together shipments so they can be combined into one bigger shipment.
Broker: A business that makes contracts for, or sets up, the transportation of goods using two or more common carriers.
Note: a person cannot operate as both a broker and a forwarder.
Freight broker companies regulated by the Utilities and Transportation Commission can be found using the companies lookup web page.
How to Apply for a Permit
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Download the appropriate form.
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Save it to your desktop.
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Fill it out.
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Submit the form online using the e-filing form.
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Pay your fee online using the Make a Payment Now web page.
Complete applications usually take about one day to process. Incomplete applications take an average of nine days to process.
If you cannot e-file, email the form to transportation@utc.wa.gov.
Permit Application Form
Forwarder or Broker Application (PDF)How to Cancel a Permit
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Use the Voluntary Permit Cancellation Request (PDF) to cancel a permit.
Insurance
Contact Licensing Services
Email transportation@utc.wa.gov
Mailing address:
Utilities and Transportation Commission
P.O. Box 47250
Olympia, WA 98504-7250
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