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New Mexico permit fees and payment methods

Keep in mind that fees and methods vary depending on the specific type of permit building environmental transportation county city etc and this covers common statelevel frameworks and examples from major localities

Dec. 18, 2025, 3:33 p.m.

Do You Need a New Mexico Fuel Permit Without IFTA?

Yes — if you do not have an IFTA license and decal, you typically must get a temporary fuel permit (often called a “fuel trip permit”) before operating in New Mexico.

Dec. 17, 2025, 7:53 p.m.

Weight-Distance Tax (WDT) Explained for New Mexico Truckers

The New Mexico Weight-Distance Tax (WDT) is a road-use tax charged to heavy commercial vehicles operating on New Mexico highways. Instead of relying only on fuel taxes, New Mexico taxes trucks based on how heavy they are and how many miles they drive in the state.

Dec. 16, 2025, 4:01 p.m.

New Mexico permits for non-divisible loads

In New Mexico, carriers must obtain an oversize and/or overweight permit when hauling a non-divisible load that exceeds the state’s legal size or weight limits. These permits are issued by the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT).

Dec. 15, 2025, 12:26 p.m.

Who must file and pay New Mexico Weight Distance Tax (WDT)

In New Mexico, the weight-distance tax applies to commercial vehicles based on their declared gross vehicle weight and the distance they travel on New Mexico highways.

Dec. 13, 2025, 2:20 p.m.

When an oversize permit is required in New Mexico

New Mexico requires an Oversize Permit whenever a commercial vehicle or load exceeds the legal size limits established by the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT). These limits apply to truck tractors, trailers, combinations, and loads (including non-divisible loads such as machinery, equipment, or structures). Below is the full breakdown of when a permit is required.

Dec. 12, 2025, 6:16 p.m.

New Mexico Trip Permit: What is it and how enforcement is being done

A trip permit (also linked to the trip tax) is essentially a short-term authorization for out-of-state commercial motor vehicles to use New Mexico roads when they aren’t registered under the International Registration Plan (IRP) or in the state’s weight-distance tax system. New Mexico Trucking Permit New Mexico’s Motor Transportation Police Division (MTPD) typically issues these permits as part of the enforcement process.

Dec. 11, 2025, 4:50 p.m.

Tips for First-Time Carriers Applying for New Mexico Permits

Applying for New Mexico trucking permits for the first time can feel overwhelming, especially because the state has its own rules, systems, and fees that differ from neighbors like Texas and Arizona. These tips will help new carriers get through the process smoothly and avoid unnecessary delays.

Dec. 10, 2025, 12:19 p.m.

Logging and Forestry Oversize Permits

Transporting logs, timber, and forestry equipment often requires oversize permits in New Mexico due to the size, weight, and nature of the loads. The state has specific regulations designed to support the forestry industry while maintaining safety on highways and protecting infrastructure.

Dec. 8, 2025, 8:25 p.m.