OH IFTA!!!

You've seen the colorful stickers on the side of somebody else’s truck and those magic letters: I F T A.

And you wonder to yourself? What are those? Do I need them? Read on to find out.

What is IFTA?

• The International Fuel Tax Agreement is a tax collection agreement by and among the 48 contiguous [United] States and the 10 Canadian Provinces bordering the US.
• IFTA allows for the uniform administration of motor fuels use taxation laws with respect to qualified motor vehicles operated in more than one member jurisdiction.
• IFTA regulates motor fuel use taxes that are imposed by each jurisdiction on the consumption of motor fuel in qualified motor vehicles.

Who Needs IFTA?

• IFTA is required for: a motor vehicle used, designed or maintained for the transportation of persons or property and has:
• Gross vehicle or registered gross vehicle weight over 26,000 lbs. or 11,797 kgs.
• Three-axles regardless of weight.
• Used in combination when the weight of the combination exceeds 26,000 lbs. or 11,797 kgs.

Benefits of Membership in IFTA:

• One license and one set of decals for each qualified motor vehicle to operate through all member jurisdictions.
• One tax return filed each quarter with the base jurisdiction.
• One tax payment or refund.
• One audit by the base jurisdiction.
• Reduced administrative costs.

What is a Base State/Jurisdiction?

• Where qualified motor vehicles are registered (IRP).
• Where operational control and operational records are maintained or can be made available.
• Where some travel is accrued.

So, do you need IFTA?

If so, please visit https://iftatax.us to apply for an IFTA license or file a quarterly return.

Convenience Fees at Federal Applications Processor Hoffenmer:


• Initial License Application: $250
• License Renewal Application: $250
• Quarterly Filing: $50
• Online Credential Setup: $30



We look forward to assisting you with your IFTA (and other compliance) needs. Visit: iftatax.us.