Broker Blacklist & Verification Checker
Enter a broker's MC or USDOT number to check their FMCSA operating status, broker authority and bond before you accept a load. Free, no registration required.
What to Check Before You Haul
Active broker authority
A broker needs active broker authority from FMCSA. Carrier authority alone is not enough to broker freight.
$75,000 bond on file
Brokers must keep a BMC-84 bond or BMC-85 trust on file. It's what you can claim against if you aren't paid.
Contact details match
Scammers copy real MC numbers. Call the phone number on the FMCSA record, not the one in the email.
Rate con in writing
Get a signed rate confirmation before you load, and keep it with your proof of delivery.
Broker Verification FAQ
How do I check if a freight broker is legitimate?
Look up the broker's MC or USDOT number and confirm they have active broker authority and a broker bond (BMC-84) or trust fund (BMC-85) on file with FMCSA. Then call the phone number listed on the FMCSA record, not the one in the email, to confirm you're dealing with the real company.
What is a broker bond claim?
Freight brokers must keep a $75,000 surety bond or trust fund on file. If a broker doesn't pay you for a delivered load, you can file a claim against that bond with the surety company, usually with your rate confirmation, signed proof of delivery and invoice.
What are common broker scam red flags?
Rates far above market, pressure to load immediately, contact details that don't match the FMCSA record, requests to change payment details, and authority that was granted very recently or recently reactivated.
Is the broker check free?
Yes. Checking a broker's MC or DOT number on Trucking Help Center is free and doesn't require registration.