Iowa IRP & IFTA (IA Trip & Fuel)

The Iowa DMV offers 72 hour trip permits authorizing travel in Iowa for any vehicle that is subject to the International Registration Plan (IRP) and 72 hour fuel permits for any vehicle that is subject to the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) but is not registered under these programs.

Do I Need a Trip and/or Fuel Permit?

Required for carriers based outside of Iowa that do not have IRP plates or an IFTA sticker.

Must have prior to entry into Iowa and is valid in Iowa only.

State Pricing for Trip Permits

Iowa Trip Permit - $54.50

Expiration Time - 72 hours, upon expiration of 72 hours from the effective time shown, this permit is void.

Coast2Coast and the State of Iowa does not provide refunds once permit is issued.

State Pricing for Fuel Permits

Iowa Fuel Permit - $64.50

Expiration Time - 72 hours, upon expiration of 72 hours from the effective time shown, this permit is void.

Coast2Coast and the State of Iowa does not provide refunds once permit is issued.

When is an IRP and / or IFTA Permit Required?

  • Carrier operates in two or more jurisdictions.

  • The power unit licensing weight is 26,001 lbs., or higher.

  • The power unit has more than two axles regardless of licensed weight.

  • The power unit is used in combination and the said combination is 26,001 lbs. or higher.

Permits are vehicle specific.

Permits are valid for 72 hours [trip] and 72 hours [fuel].

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Benefits

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