Connecticut

At a glanceRequirements at a glance

License Required

Yes

Yes. Intrastate movers must hold a Household Goods Carrier Certificate or Motor Contract Carrier Permit from CTDOT

Insurance Required

Yes. Proof of insurance must be filed with the state as part of annual registration

Tariff Filing

No

No

Consumer Contact

CTDOT Bureau of Public Transportation (see CTDOT site for contact details)

OverviewOverview & Scope

All intrastate household goods movers operating in Connecticut must possess a valid Household Goods Carrier Certificate or Motor Contract Carrier Permit, issued by CTDOT. This is a legal prerequisite to operate within the state. Link to Current Permit Holders

RegistrationRegistration & Documentation Requirements

• Application must be submitted in writing using forms prescribed by CTDOT, accompanied by an application fee of $177.
• Movers must also report and file proof of insurance annually, including a fee of $17.50 per vehicle.
• Typically, a Bill of Lading must be provided to the consumer once goods are loaded.

ConsumerConsumer Protections

• For intrastate moves, CTDOT regulates and enforces compliance.
• Interstate movers must hold federal registration with FMCSA, register under the Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) program, and provide consumers with the federal “Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move” booklet.

ChecklistCompliance checklist

Company licensing

• CTDOT Household Goods Carrier Certificate or Motor Contract Carrier PermitWhere applicable (mover performs intrastate household goods moves in Connecticut)Verified by DocumentRequired
• Proof of insurance filed annually with CTDOTWhere applicable (mover holds a CTDOT certificate or permit)Verified by DocumentRequired
• FMCSA registration for interstate household goods operations (as a motor carrier, or as a household goods broker or freight forwarder where the mover arranges interstate moves in its own name)Where applicable (mover performs or arranges interstate moves)Verified by DocumentRequired
• Unified Carrier Registration (UCR)Where applicable (mover engaged in interstate commerce)Verified by DocumentRequired

Subcontracted transport

• Where transport is subcontracted, the mover uses carriers that hold the licences required for the transport they performWhere applicableVerified by AffirmationRequired

Customer practices

• Bill of lading provided to the consumer once goods are loadedWhere applicable (mover holds a CTDOT certificate or permit)Verified by AffirmationRequired
• Federal “Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move” booklet providedWhere applicable (interstate moves)Verified by AffirmationRequired