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Get On the Road.
Pass Your Safety
Audit.
Express Compliance handles your DOT filing, compliance programs, and audit prep — so you can focus on running your business, not chasing paperwork.
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160+
5-star reviews
50
states covered
100%
Compliance-focused support
24–48hr
filing turnaround
How It Works
Three Steps to Become
Operational
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Step 1
File Correctly
Register for your DOT number & operating authority. Ensure you have the right permits in place.
2
Step 1
Get DOT Compliant
Run FMCSA required background checks and establish your go-forward compliance programs.
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Step 1
Pass Your Safety Audit
Work with the DOT auditor assigned to your business within 3-6 months of your initial filing.
Ensure Your Company is Setup Correctly
Four foundations every compliant carrier needs from day one
Business Structure &
Registration
Register for your DOT number & operating authority. Ensure you have the right permits in place.
DOT & MC Authority
Navigate the process of obtaining your DOT number and Motor Carrier (MC) operating authority.
Insurance & Bonding
Get the right coverage, including liability, cargo, and BOC-3 process agent filing.
Compliance Programs
Implement drug & alcohol testing, driver qualification files, and hours of service compliance.
Registrations & Permits
Ensure Your Company Is Setup Correctly
The registrations FMCSA requires is dependent upon the types of vehicles your company has on the road and the states you’re driving through. Without filing correctly, companies can be exposed to hefty fines and penalties from the FMCSA. Getting this right is a key part of running a successful and compliant business. Start here to ensure you’re setup with:
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Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC) Filing
DOT Compliance
The Right Programs, From Day One
Enrolling in the correct DOT compliance programs is essential for the safety of your company, drivers, and other motorists on the road.
DOT Drug Testing
A random DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program is a mandatory requirement for CDL drivers, including owner operators.
Driver Qualification (DQ) Files
All FMCSA regulated companies must ensure drivers are qualified per federal regulations and maintain a DQ file.
Clearinghouse Compliance
An online database that lets employers track and monitor drug and alcohol testing compliance of their drivers.
Audit Protection Program
A thorough review of DOT safety regulations, employee training, and safety procedures ahead of your audit.
Built for Every Corner of Commercial Transportation
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Hazmat Transporters
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