You Do NOT Need IFTA Registration If

Oct. 4, 2025, 8:06 a.m.
You Do NOT Need IFTA Registration If:
You Do NOT Need IFTA Registration If

  • Your vehicle is under 26,000 lbs and has fewer than 3 axles, and not used in combination

  • You only operate within Washington State (intrastate travel)

  • You obtain a temporary fuel permit instead of registering for IFTA (for occasional interstate travel)

  • You are exempt (e.g., certain government or agricultural vehicles — case-by-case)

  • Example Scenarios

  • Vehicle Interstate? IFTA Required?
    3-axle truck, 30,000 lbs, WA to OR Yes ✅ Yes
    2-axle pickup, 14,000 lbs, WA only No ❌ No
    Semi-truck combo, 80,000 lbs, WA to ID Yes ✅ Yes
    2-axle truck, 28,000 lbs, WA only No ❌ No