FMCSA Eliminates Paper Payments.

September 26, 2025

Effective Sept. 30, FMSCA will no longer accept paper payments, such as checks and money orders, for any agency transactions. This includes fees for initial application of operating authority registration, reinstatement or legal name changes, civil penalty payments and other transactions. Stakeholders must provide debit or credit card information to make payment. Assistance is available through the FMCSA Contact Center: 1-800-832-5660.