Who Needs ID Verification?
ID verification is required during Standard Carrier Alpha Code® (SCAC™) issuance or renewal for non-Class 8 carriers only in this initial phase.
This page helps you quickly determine whether ID verification applies to your operation.
ID Verification Applies To
You are required to complete ID Verification if you are:
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A non-Class 8 carrier;
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A non-CDL box truck operator;
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A cargo van or sprinter van operator;
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A last-mile or middle-mile carrier; or
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A small-fleet operating outside traditional Class 8 trucking.
Privacy and Data Protection
NMFTA does not display or sell personal data. Only verification status is associated with a SCAC.
ID Verification Does Not Apply To
(At This Time)
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Class 8 carriers
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Heavy-duty trucking operations.
If requirements expand in the future, the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc.® (NMFTA)™ will communicate changes clearly and in advance.
Not Sure Which Category You're In?
If you’re unsure whether your operation is considered Non-Class 8, you’ll be guided during the SCAC application or renewal process.
Got Questions?
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Non-Class 8 carriers typically include non-commercial driver’s license (CDL) box truck operators, cargo van operators, last-mile carriers, and small fleets operating outside traditional heavy-duty trucking.
Non-Class 8 includes all vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 33,000 pounds or less.
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No. Class 8 carriers are not required to complete ID verification at this time, and their SCAC application and renewal process remains unchanged.
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You’ll be guided during the SCAC application or renewal process. If ID verification applies to your carrier type, it will be clearly indicated.
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Requirements depend on the carrier type associated with the SCAC. If ID verification is required, it will be communicated during the application or renewal process.
Need Help with Verification?
More information and resources on the SCAC ID Verification process are available in the NMFTA Help Center.
Helpful Resources Before You Verify
Do I Need a SCAC?
Not sure if a SCAC applies to you? This quick guide helps you determine whether your business needs a SCAC, and what steps to take before applying or renewing.
Check Your SCAC Expiration
Confirm your SCAC’s current status and expiration date before renewing. This quick check helps ensure you’re renewing the correct code and avoiding any lapse in active status.
How ID Verification Works
ID verification doesn’t apply to every carrier. This guide breaks down who needs to verify, why it’s required, and how it fits into the SCAC issuance and renewal process.
