UCR for brokers & freight forwarders
Yes — brokers and freight forwarders must register for UCR. Because you typically operate no power units of your own, you're assessed at the lowest bracket: $46 for 2026, regardless of how much freight you move. You still register annually using your USDOT number, and the deadline is the same: pay before January 1, 2026.
Brokers pay the lowest bracket
UCR brackets are based on power units. Brokers and freight forwarders generally own none, so you're assessed at the $46 minimum — no matter your shipment volume or revenue.
You still register every year
The low fee doesn't mean you can skip it. Brokers and forwarders are explicitly covered by UCR and must register annually, on the same January 1 enforcement timeline as carriers.
File it in minutes
Enter your USDOT and EasyUCR pulls your record, applies the broker bracket, and fills UCR.gov live. You review and submit.
Frequently asked questions
How much is UCR for a broker?+
Brokers and freight forwarders pay the lowest bracket — $46 for 2026 — because they operate no power units.
Do freight forwarders need UCR?+
Yes. Freight forwarders are covered by the UCR program and must register annually like brokers and carriers.