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Getting your BOC-3 filing done is one of the most important steps in launching your trucking or freight business—and it doesn’t have to be stressful. At BOC-3 Filing Agent Inc., we help you file fast, file right, and stay legal with full nationwide coverage. Whether you’re based in Los Angeles, Houston, Miami, or Chicago, or operate from smaller towns and counties across the country, we’re here to ensure your paperwork is submitted to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) on time, every time.

If you’ve ever wondered what a BOC-3 is, why you need it, or how to file it the right way, this post answers all that—and more. We’ll walk you through the legal requirements, show you how to avoid common mistakes, and explain how to handle the process even if you’re brand new to the industry. Best of all, we make sure you never feel lost or overwhelmed.

Whether you're an owner-operator or starting your own freight brokerage, this guide gives you the information you need—plus the fast help you deserve. If you’re ready to file now, call us at 844-404-6444 or submit your info here.

What Is a BOC-3 Filing and Why Is It Required?

BOC-3 stands for “Blanket of Coverage”, a legal document filed with the FMCSA that designates process agents in every state where you do business. These agents are responsible for accepting legal paperwork on your behalf.

You cannot file a BOC-3 on your own. The FMCSA requires it to be submitted by a certified process agent, which is exactly what we are. Without this document, your operating authority will not be approved, no matter how much else you’ve done right.

How a BOC-3 Impacts Your Authority

Without it, your MC number stays inactive

You can’t book loads or run legally

Filing it activates your motor carrier, broker, or freight forwarder authority

Must be submitted electronically by a registered agent, like us

You can check your authority status anytime using the FMCSA SAFER portal.

3 Common Mistakes That Delay or Void Your Filing

Filing With an Incomplete or Fake Agent

Some companies advertise cheap BOC-3 filing but don’t actually have agents in every state. That’s a problem. If your process agent can’t legally accept documents in a particular state, your authority is at risk.

We offer full 50-state agent coverage—included with every filing.

Waiting Too Long to File

Every day you delay filing is another day your business is stuck in limbo. If you’re in the final stages of getting your authority, don’t wait. Call 844-404-6444 and we’ll file it today.

Overpaying for Simple Paperwork

Some services charge $100+ for something that takes a few minutes to file. We keep it simple. Flat fee. No contracts. No recurring charges. Just fast, legal filing through BOC-3 Filing Agent Inc.

Where Do We File BOC-3s? Everywhere.

Whether you operate locally or across the U.S., we have you covered. Here are the top cities we serve—plus countless others.

Los Angeles, CA – Covering all of Los Angeles County and the I-10 corridor

Houston, TX – Service includes Harris County, Pasadena, and The Woodlands

Miami, FL – From Downtown Miami to Homestead and Broward County

Chicago, IL – Covering Cook County, Aurora, Joliet, and more

Dallas, TX – Serving Dallas, Irving, Garland, and Plano

Phoenix, AZ – Full coverage for Maricopa County and surrounding towns

Philadelphia, PA – Agents across the city and Montgomery County

Atlanta, GA – Fulton, Cobb, DeKalb counties, plus surrounding towns

New York, NY – All five boroughs, plus Long Island and upstate

Charlotte, NC – Mecklenburg County, Huntersville, Concord

Even if your address is in a rural or less populated county, you’re covered. That’s the true advantage of working with BOC-3 Filing Agent Inc..

What Most People Ask Before Filing Their BOC-3

What Happens If I Don’t File a BOC-3?

Your authority will not activate. That means you won’t be able to operate legally, get loads, or work with brokers. It’s a required filing—and a simple one when you use BOC-3 Filing Agent Inc.

How Long Does Filing Take?

Most of our clients are filed the same day. Once filed, the FMCSA updates their status within 24 hours.

What’s Included in the Price?

You get:

Filing with the FMCSA

Agents in all 50 states

Legal compliance

Email confirmation and copy of your filing

All for one flat fee.

Can I File It Myself?

No. Only a registered FMCSA process agent can file the BOC-3 on your behalf.

Do I Need It for My Broker License?

Yes. Freight brokers and freight forwarders need a BOC-3 just like motor carriers.

What If I Have Questions Later?