How to Apply for a Washington Trip and Fuel Permits Online
1. Understand What Each Permit Is
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Trip Permit: A temporary permit allowing a commercial vehicle to operate at full legal weight for up to 3 consecutive days if it’s not currently registered/licensed in Washington.
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Fuel Permit: A permit required if you don’t pay fuel tax under IFTA and operate in Washington with a diesel or propane-powered commercial vehicle above certain weight/axle thresholds.
2. Online Permit Options
Washington Trip & Fuel Permits Online
The Washington Department of Licensing (DOL) allows you to buy permits online through www.washingtontruckingonline.com. These typically include:
Trip permits for unregistered commercial vehicles
Temporary fuel use permits for non-IFTA carriers
Both valid for 3 days once issued
Note: Washington’s DOL doesn’t host a public direct “buy online” portal for these temporary permits on its main site. Instead, online purchases are made through www.washingtontruckingonline.com
3. In Washington Trucking Online you will be able to
Enter vehicle information
Choose permit type (trip or fuel)
Pay fees online
Receive your permit via email
4. What You Need to Apply Online
When applying online through www.washingtontruckingonline.com
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Vehicle info: VIN, year, make, model,
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US DOT number (if applicable)
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State of registration
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Trip start date and duration (usually 3 days)
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Payment method (credit/debit card)
These platforms will guide you through entering this information and paying the permit fee electronically.
5. After You Apply
You’ll receive the permit as a printable PDF or email
Print and carry the permit in the vehicle during the trip
Permits are valid beginning on the first day of travel listed
Trip permits can’t be reused for a different vehicle or date range
Fuel permits allow you to operate without an IFTA license for that short period
Extra Tips
Fees: Trip and Fuel permits costs $95 each
Permit limits: You can only use up to 3 trip permits per vehicle in a 30-day span.
Check compliance: Always confirm weight and tax requirements before purchasing.
For more questions visit the Washington Trucking Online Blog or call to (206) 339-6683