What is the IFTA?
The International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) is a cooperative arrangement among the 48 contiguous U.S. states and 10 Canadian provinces. It streamlines the reporting of fuel use by carriers operating in multiple jurisdictions. Under IFTA, fuel taxes are collected and distributed based on the number of miles driven in each state or province.
How Does It Work?
With IFTA, you no longer need to purchase separate fuel tax permits for every state or province you travel through. Instead, you record your mileage and fuel purchases in each jurisdiction. At the end of every quarter, you file a single IFTA return, and the system ensures that the correct fuel taxes are distributed to each jurisdiction.
Qualified Motor Vehicle
A vehicle qualifies for IFTA if it is used in interstate operations and is a commercial motor vehicle weighing more than 26,000 pounds, has three or more axles, or is part of a combination that exceeds 26,000 pounds in total weight.
License and Credentials
When you register for IFTA, you receive your IFTA license, which must be kept in your vehicle at all times. This license serves as proof that your vehicle is properly registered and compliant with fuel tax reporting requirements.
The Benefits of IFTA
IFTA streamlines the complex fuel tax process for interstate carriers. Without it, you would need to file separate fuel tax returns for each state or province you travel through, or purchase individual fuel tax permits every time you crossed a border. IFTA simplifies this, saving time, reducing paperwork, keeping your operations compliant, and helping ensure your records are organized in case of an audit.
Filing Your IFTA Return
IFTA returns must be filed quarterly, and keeping accurate mileage records for each jurisdiction helps prevent costly mistakes. Our team can make the process simple and stress-free - just give us a call, and we’ll guide you through your quarterly filings.
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IFTA.Online – Simplifying Your IFTA Registration
IFTA.Online is here to help you stay fully compliant with ease. For over ten years, we’ve guided drivers across the country through IFTA registration and filings. Whether you’re an owner-operator or running a fleet, we make the process simple - helping you gather documents, submit your application on time, and avoid costly mistakes. You focus on the road, and we’ll take care of the paperwork.
IFTA and IRP: Simplifying Multi-State Compliance
Running a truck across state lines means dealing with multiple registrations, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. IFTA takes care of your fuel tax reporting, while IRP ensures your vehicle registration is valid in every jurisdiction you travel. Our team makes both processes simple, so you can stay compliant and focus on the road. Need help with IRP? Visit our sister site for full IRP registration services and get started today.