Kansas

At a glanceRequirements at a glance

License Required

Yes

Yes. Certificate of Public Service for Intrastate Household Goods Carriers

Insurance Required

Yes. Liability insurance (where the mover operates its own vehicles) and cargo insurance required

Tariff Required

Yes. Must file and maintain an approved tariff

USDOT/UCR

USDOT required; UCR for interstate carriers

Consumer Complaints

File complaints with the KCC Transportation Division

OverviewOverview & Scope

Any person or company providing household goods moving services for compensation within the state of Kansas must be certified by the Kansas Corporation Commission. This includes loading, transporting, and delivering personal effects and household furnishings between points in Kansas.

Movers must operate under a Certificate of Public Service and comply with all Kansas transportation laws, including insurance and tariff regulations. Operating without proper authority is unlawful.

RegistrationRegistration & Documentation Requirements

To operate legally in Kansas as a household goods mover:

1. Obtain a Certificate of Public Service:
   • File an application with the KCC
   • Provide proof of business formation and identity
   • Include a business plan and tariff summary
   • Pay required filing fee
2. Maintain Required Insurance:
   • Public liability coverage
   • Cargo insurance coverage as specified by regulation
3. File a Tariff:
   • Must disclose all rates, fees, and service terms
   • Only filed rates may be charged
4. Additional Requirements:
   • Register for a USDOT number
   • Ensure all vehicles meet safety standards
   • Renew credentials annually or as required

InsuranceInsurance & Tariff Requirements

• Minimum Liability Insurance must be filed with the KCC and kept current.
• Cargo Insurance is required to cover goods transported.
• Tariff Filing must outline pricing and conditions. Movers may not charge outside the filed tariff.

ConsumerConsumer Protections

Consumers are encouraged to:

• Confirm the mover is registered with the Kansas Corporation Commission
• Request a written estimate and final invoice
• Ask for a Bill of Lading and contract
• Report issues such as:
  • Damage to property
  • Unreasonable charges
  • Late or missed deliveries
  • Detainment of goods without cause

Complaints may be filed directly with the KCC.

ChecklistCompliance checklist

Company licensing

• KCC Certificate of Public Service for Intrastate Household Goods Carriers, renewed as requiredWhere applicable (mover provides household goods moving services for compensation within Kansas)Verified by DocumentRequired
• Cargo insurance filed with the KCCWhere applicable (mover holds a Certificate of Public Service)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

Vehicles and drivers (where the mover operates its own vehicles)

• USDOT numberWhere applicable (mover operates its own vehicles)Verified by DocumentRequired
• Minimum liability insurance filed with the KCCWhere applicable (mover operates its own vehicles)Verified by DocumentRequired
• Vehicles meet safety standardsWhere applicable (mover operates its own vehicles)Verified by AffirmationRequired

Customer practices

• Approved tariff of all rates, fees and service terms filed and maintained; only filed rates chargedWhere applicable (mover holds a Certificate of Public Service)Verified by AffirmationRequired