Help Document

Our E-Permits application has been updated.
Please refer to the E-Permits changes document for an overview of the changes.

As of May 23, 2013, ID supplements,self-issue single trip permits, and validation numbers will no longer be available to purchase online. ID supplements and self-issue permits previously purchased will be honored through calendar year 2013. Weights and dimensions will be limited to those authorized on the ID supplement.

Printable instructions on the new auto-routing permit system

The new online permitting program has additional, user-friendly features to ensure applicants receive permits in a timely manner. Applicants should be aware that detailed axle measurements, weights of axles, number of axles, tire width sizes (on side wall), height, width and length of your truck and load will need to be entered to make a complete application. Complete vehicle and trailer information should be known at the time of the application. This will include the vehicle make, license plate, and vehicle identification number (VIN#, minimum of 8 numbers). All permit applicants should have this information in hand at the time of making the application.

Permit Office Location
ND Department of Transportation building
608 East Boulevard Ave, Room 139
Bismarck, ND

Normal business hours: Monday to Friday, 7:10 a.m. to 4:50 p.m.
Customers are asked to use the building's east entrance.

How to indentify a superload or a movement requiring bridge analysis:

1. When the gross vehicle weight of a load movement exceeds 150,000 pounds.
2. When the weight of an axle group exceeds a lower bridge rating as shown on Permit Bridge Load Limitations Map.
3. When the combination weight of axle groups exceed bridge rating limitations as shown on Permit Bridge Load Limitations Map.
4. When axle spacing measurements do not meet minimum requirements as shown on the Permit Bridge Load Limitations Map.
5. Self-propelled special mobile equipment exceeds 114,800 pounds gross vehicle weight.

If your vehicle or load meets any of the five criteria above a bridge analysis must be completed before a permit can be issued.
How to request a permit for a superload movement or one requiring bridge analysis.

Routine Permits/ Identification Supplements available online:

You must log in to purchase the permits listed below.

Single Trip Permits:

• Oversize/Overweight Permit
• Interstate Permit
• Mobile Home Permit NEW!
• Special Mobile Equipment Permit NEW!
• Work Over Rig Permit NEW!
• Longer Combination Vehicle (LCV) Permit
• Bridge Length Permit NEW!
• Trip Permit (in lieu of registration)
• Fuel Permit

Multiple Trip Permits: