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title: Why do I need to provide a DOT number?
description: All carriers on the Mothership network are required to provide a DOT number. Here's why we need it.
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# Why do I need to provide a DOT number?

## All carriers on the Mothership network are required to provide a DOT number. Here's why we need it.

All companies using commercial vehicles to haul interstate cargo are required to have a USDOT number, and we ask for this information to ensure our partner carriers are compliant with federal regulations.

Additionally, the USDOT Number serves as a unique identifier when collecting and monitoring a company's safety information during audits, compliance reviews, crash investigations, and inspections.

You can register for a DOT number [here.](https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/registration)

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