How to Update MCS-150?

Any time your trucking business goes through a change—whether it’s adding or removing vehicles, updating your address, or changing your operation type—it’s important to file an updated MCS-150 right away.
FMCSA recommends updating your form with each change to keep your company’s records accurate. Why? Because outdated information can throw off your safety performance scores and even trigger unnecessary audits, especially if your listed truck count doesn’t match what’s on file with your Unified Carrier Registration (UCR).
The FMCSA uses a system called CSA (Compliance, Safety, Accountability) to track and assess a carrier’s safety. If your business info is wrong or outdated, it can negatively impact your CSA scores, and that can affect your reputation, insurance costs, and ability to stay compliant.

You’re required to submit an MCS-150 update every two years—even if there haven’t been any changes to your business. Once your form is submitted, the FMCSA usually takes around 10 business days to process your update. After that, your updated details should appear in your FMCSA Portal within 24 hours of approval.

But if you file MCS-150 through eMCS-150 using your USDOT PIN, there’s no waiting around. Your update is submitted instantly after payment, and you’ll receive a confirmation email and a copy of your filed form right away, making it one of the fastest and easiest ways to stay compliant.

You’re required to file an MCS-150 biennial update with the FMCSA every two years—even if nothing in your business has changed.
If there’s any change to the business, you don’t have to wait for the two-year mark. You’re also required to update your MCS-150 within 30 days if any of the following apply:

• Your number of employees has increased, especially if you’ve crossed key thresholds like 10 or 20.
• Your business information, like address, phone number, or email, has changed.
• There’s been an update in your type of operations, number of vehicles, or any other key company details.
  Staying on top of your MCS-150 updates helps you stay compliant, avoid delays, and reduce the risk of fines or audits.

Completing the MCS-150 update form usually takes about 20 minutes, assuming you have your USDOT PIN, business information, and other required details ready. After submission, the FMCSA typically processes the update within 7 business days. Once approved, your updated information should appear in the FMCSA system within 24 hours.

You can file your MCS-150 update through a trusted e-file provider like eMCS150.com. It’s fast, secure, and user-friendly. You’ll get instant confirmation and a downloadable copy of your filed form right away. eMCS150.com also offers expert-assisted filing, and a specialist will guide you through each step, making sure all details are accurate and the process is smooth from start to finish.

Yes—if you submit your MCS-150 update online, you will receive confirmation. When filed through the FMCSA online system, a confirmation email is sent to the registered FMCSA Portal administrator.

If you file MCS-150 through eMCS-150, you will receive a confirmation email along with a copy of your updated MCS-150 form, provided the submission was successful. For updates submitted via FAX, we will send you the completed MCS-150 PDF once the changes have been successfully processed.

Keep in mind, this confirmation is the only official proof provided by the FMCSA, so it’s strongly recommended to save or print a copy of your submitted MCS-150 form for your records.