Skip to main content

Oregon State Flag An official website of the State of Oregon »

Household Goods Mover Application Process

Apply to be a Household Goods Mover

Application Process

A certificate of authority from the Oregon Department of Transportation is required for persons or businesses providing for-hire transportation of household goods between two points in Oregon. Our Commerce and Compliance Division staff can help you determine whether a for-hire certificate is needed.

To start the application process:

Rules and Regulations

ORS 825 — certificate required
   825.100 — certificate required
   825.180 — fees and refunds
   825.202 — authority over for-hire carriers of household goods
   825.240 — local cartage activities
   825.247 — annual report and fee required
   825.326 — motor carrier account and consumer protection
OAR 740-035-0150 — application for new certificate authority