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Stop paying your IFTA, and start managing it.\u00a0 Trucking Management Software (TMS) makes it easy!<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.22″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.74″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Welcome to the world of professional trucking! It\u2019s sure to be an exciting and rewarding experience. We know you are anxious to get behind the wheel and start building your business, so let\u2019s look at some of your questions about the Louisiana IRP see if we can help you get started.<\/span><\/p>\n What is the IRP? The International Registration Plan is a reciprocity agreement between the US and Canada. The plan was designed to simplify the process of collecting and distributing registration fees among jurisdictions (states). Motor carriers register with their base jurisdiction, and the IRP office will disburse payments to the various jurisdiction on the registrant\u2019s route. <\/span><\/p>\n Do I need an apportioned plate? If you operate outside of Louisiana, you will need an apportioned plate. Your approved registration allows you to operate in any member jurisdiction. Other qualifications must be met, including:<\/span><\/p>\n How do I register for an IRP plate? First, obtain a USDOT number. As a <\/span>PRISM <\/span><\/a>state, Louisiana requires holders of apportioned plates to obtain the USDOT number which is a means for tracking and identifying a motor carrier\u2019s safety information. Detailed information about the USDOT number can be found <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n Also, the following information is required when applying for a Louisiana IRP apportioned plate:<\/span><\/p>\n You can find the Louisiana IRP application and instructions online <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n After your application has been approved, you will receive an IRP plate and cab card for each vehicle in your fleet. These items must be with the vehicle at all times. <\/span><\/p>\n Your IRP registration must be renewed every year. You must keep a record of all miles traveled in each jurisdiction and provide that information to the IRP. About three months before your plate expires, you\u2019ll receive a notification for renewal. The notice will include all information regarding due dates, forms, and other requirements for renewing your registration. <\/span><\/p>\n Renewals and fees must be received by the IRP office at least 30 days before the due date to avoid fines. Note, if you are behind on quarterly IFTA payments, your IRP renewal will not be approved.<\/span><\/p>\n By now, you may be shaking your head and wondering what in the world you\u2019ve gotten into. All the forms, reports, due dates, requirements, and fees seem impossible to keep up with. The good news is, TruckingOffice has a solution you\u2019ll appreciate. <\/span><\/p>\n Our TruckingOffice software package was designed with truckers in mind. We created an outstanding program that will track all administrative aspects of your operation, including<\/span> IRP<\/span><\/a> and IFTA reporting, leaving you with more time to build your business. You won\u2019t have to worry about missed deadlines or lost documents, and your information is safely all in one place. <\/span><\/p>\n Sign up for our 30-day free trial and find out why you need TruckingOffice. You\u2019ll be glad you did.<\/span>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_sidebar area=”et_pb_widget_area_1″ _builder_version=”3.22.2″ global_module=”1609″][\/et_pb_sidebar][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Stop paying your IFTA, and start managing it.\u00a0 Trucking Management Software (TMS) makes it easy!Welcome to the world of professional trucking! It\u2019s sure to be an exciting and rewarding experience. We know you are anxious to get behind the wheel and start building your business, so let\u2019s look at some of your questions about the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":4,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Welcome to the world of professional trucking! It\u2019s sure to be an exciting and rewarding experience. We know you are anxious to get behind the wheel and start building your business, so let\u2019s look at some of your questions about the Louisiana IRP see if we can help you get started.<\/span>\nLouisiana IRP Information<\/h2>\n
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Renewing Your Louisiana IRP Plates<\/span><\/h4>\n
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Louisiana IRP Information<\/h2>\nWhat is the IRP? The International Registration Plan is a reciprocity agreement between the US and Canada. The plan was designed to simplify the process of collecting and distributing registration fees among jurisdictions (states). Motor carriers register with their base jurisdiction, and the IRP office will disburse payments to the various jurisdiction on the registrant\u2019s route. <\/span>\n\nDo I need an apportioned plate? If you operate outside of Louisiana, you will need an apportioned plate. Your approved registration allows you to operate in any member jurisdiction. Other qualifications must be met, including:<\/span>\n
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Louisiana IRP Registration<\/span><\/h3>\nHow do I register for an IRP plate? First, obtain a USDOT number. As a <\/span>PRISM <\/span><\/a>state, Louisiana requires holders of apportioned plates to obtain the USDOT number which is a means for tracking and identifying a motor carrier\u2019s safety information. Detailed information about the USDOT number can be found <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>\n\nAlso, the following information is required when applying for a Louisiana IRP apportioned plate:<\/span>\n
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Renewing Your Louisiana IRP Plates<\/span><\/h4>\nYour IRP registration must be renewed every year. You must keep a record of all miles traveled in each jurisdiction and provide that information to the IRP. About three months before your plate expires, you\u2019ll receive a notification for renewal. The notice will include all information regarding due dates, forms, and other requirements for renewing your registration. <\/span>\n\nRenewals and fees must be received by the IRP office at least 30 days before the due date to avoid fines. Note, if you are behind on quarterly IFTA payments, your IRP renewal will not be approved.<\/span>\n\nBy now, you may be shaking your head and wondering what in the world you\u2019ve gotten into. All the forms, reports, due dates, requirements, and fees seem impossible to keep up with. The good news is, TruckingOffice has a solution you\u2019ll appreciate. <\/span>\n
How TruckingOffice Can Make Your Job Easier<\/span><\/h4>\nOur TruckingOffice software package was designed with truckers in mind. We created an outstanding program that will track all administrative aspects of your operation, including<\/span> IRP<\/span><\/a> and IFTA reporting, leaving you with more time to build your business. You won\u2019t have to worry about missed deadlines or lost documents, and your information is safely all in one place. <\/span>\n\nSign up for our 30-day free trial and find out why you need TruckingOffice. You\u2019ll be glad you did.<\/span>","_et_gb_content_width":"","om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1461","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\n