Only register if you will be travelling outside of Alberta, and have a qualified motor vehicle.

IFTA is an agreement between the lower 48 states and 10 Canadian provinces to help simplify fuel tax collection and reporting for interstate commercial carriers. IFTA reports help determine how much fuel tax is owed in each state or province based on the miles driven in each jurisdiction.

The importance of fuel tax reporting The IFTA agreement states that commercial carriers must keep precise records of fuel purchases, mileage, and fuel taxes accrued in each state or province traveled in. Smooth IFTA reporting requires accuracy and timeliness. There are penalties if IFTA is filed inaccurately or late.

1. The International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) program is a voluntary program. Carriers registered in Alberta under the IFTA are issued credentials by Alberta Treasury Board and Finance, Tax and Revenue Administration (TRA).

First, you need to calculate how many gallons of fuel you burnt per mile traveled (fuel mileage).

1. Add up the total number of gallons of fuel you have purchased (while you’re at it, jot down how much fuel tax you paid in each state – more on this in later)
2. Add up the total number of miles traveled across all states.

1. Step 1: Fill out the IFTA Registration form. Complete the IFTA Registration form (AT2054) (PDF, 1.1 MB) and print a copy.
2. Step 2: Submit registration documents.
3. Step 3: Submit payment.
4. Step 4: Once approved.

What are IFTA Miles? International Fuel Tax Agreement miles or IFTA miles are all miles or kilometres your vehicle ran throughout the quarter in each IFTA-only jurisdiction, including empty or deadhead miles, mileage for moving around the yard or to the mechanic shop, and personal conveyance miles.

Under IFTA, carriers only need to report interjurisdictional fuel use to their base state. The state, in turn, will collect the taxes on net fuel use, process fuel tax returns, and distribute the funds to all the other states. The base state is also responsible for enforcing compliance through scheduled IFTA audits.

Essentially, if you cross that threshold in any 30-day period, the mandate will require the ELD. FMCSA did field requests for exemptions for straight and combo trucks plated under 26,000 lbs. trucks in mind to allow relief of RODS requirements would not “enhance safety,” FMCSA writes in its ELD rule.

International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) is a fuel consumption tax as prescribed by KRS 138.660 (1), (2). Note: IFTA license holders can also maintain IFTA licenses, decals, and amend IFTA returns through the Motor Carrier Connect.

If an IFTA license is needed please complete the Kentucky Trucking Application form TC 95-1 International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) is a fuel consumption tax as prescribed by KRS 138.660 (1), (2). Note: IFTA license holders can also maintain IFTA licenses, decals, and amend IFTA returns through the Motor Carrier Connect.

Recreational vehicles are exempt from IFTA requirements. In order to qualify as a recreational vehicle, a motor home, pickup truck with an attached camper, or a bus must be used only for personal pleasure by an individual and cannot be used in connection with any business endeavor. How can I apply for an IFTA license and decals?

Effective August 3rd, 2018, SB1200 changes the IFTA Interest and Penalty calculation to be assessed per IFTA Articles of Agreement Assessment and Collection.