Reinstating an Expired SCAC
If your Standard Carrier Alpha Code® (SCAC™) is not renewed by its expiration date, it is marked as expired and becomes inactive. An expired SCAC can create delays and complications when working with shippers, brokers, third-party logistics providers (3PLs), platforms, or government systems.
What Happens When a SCAC Expires
An expired SCAC will:
Be flagged as inactive in carrier lookup systems
Delay onboarding or tender acceptance
Require additional fees to reinstate
Cause delays at the border
How to Reinstate an Expired SCAC
To reinstate your SCAC, simply go to scaccode.com, enter your SCAC, and continue through the reinstatement process. Additional fees will apply.
Reinstating as soon as possible helps restore active status more quickly.
Preventing Renewal Issues
To avoid renewal issues, check your expiration early, renew before your SCAC expires, and ensure your contact information is up to date.
Need Help?
If you still require assistance, visit the FAQ resources below or contact our friendly client services team.
Got Questions?
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When a SCAC has expired, it can be reinstated within three (3) years of its expiration date. After three (3) years, the SCAC is released and may be assigned to a different company.
Remember, expired SCACs may no longer be recognized as active by shippers, brokers, 3PLs, platforms, or government systems.
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In most cases, yes. You can reinstate an expired SCAC if within three (3) years of expiration. Additional fees will apply and will vary depending on how long it has been inactive.
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An expired SCAC can delay onboarding, tender acceptance, or payment until it is reinstated and returned to active status.
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Reinstating your SCAC is immediate upon completion of the reinstatement process. If attempting to reinstate three (3) or more years after expiration, the SCAC may no longer be available, and you must apply for a new SCAC.
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To avoid reinstatement:
- Check your expiration date early;
- Renew before your SCAC expires; and
- Keep your contact information up to date.
