International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) and International Registration Plan (IRP) — quarterly fuel tax reporting and apportioned commercial plates for interstate operation.

Who needs it

Any MA-based carrier operating a qualified motor vehicle (over 26,000 lbs or 3+ axles) across state lines.

How to get it

Register through the MA Department of Revenue (IFTA) and MA RMV Commercial Vehicle Center (IRP). File quarterly IFTA returns based on miles driven and fuel purchased in each state.

Cost

IFTA: free to register, fees vary by miles and fuel. IRP plates: scaled by weight and states traveled, typically $1,500–$3,500/yr per truck.

Where to start

MA DOR — IFTA ↗MA RMV — IRP / Apportioned Plates ↗