Do I need to register for IFTA
in Missouri?
The state of Missouri considers an IFTA qualified motor vehicle as one that is designed, used, or maintained for the transportation of persons or property that have:
- Two axles and a gross vehicle weight or registered gross vehicle weight exceeding 26,000 pounds or 11,797 kilograms; or
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Having three or more axles regardless of weight; or used in combination, when the weight of such combination exceeds 26,000 pounds, or 11,797 kilograms gross vehicle or registered gross
vehicle weight.
The state of Missouri does not include recreational vehicles in the IFTA tax unless they are used in conjunction with any business endeavor. Recreational vehicles include motor homes, pickup trucks with attached campers and buses when used exclusively for personal pleasure by an individual.
How do I apply for an IFTA license
in Missouri?
you must complete the Missouri IFTA Application online, print sign and mail it to the Missouri Department
of Transportation.
What fees does Missouri associate with IFTA?
Currently Missouri has no fees for IFTA.
What IFTA credentials will I receive from Missouri?
Missouri will provide you with one IFTA license and a set of decals. A photocopy of the original license must be maintained in the cab of each one of your qualified motor vehicles. The original license should be kept at your business address in a safe place. Your Missouri IFTA license is valid for the calendar year January 1 through December 31.
Do I file a quarterly fuel tax report if I didn't run during
the quarter?
Yes, the state of Missouri still requires you to submit a "zero" report even if no fuel or IFTA mileage was traveled in
that quarter.
What is the penalty and interest rate for filing a late quarterly fuel tax report
in Missouri?
Missouri charges a late penalty of $50 or 10% of the net tax due, whichever is greater. Interest is computed on overdue taxes in each jurisdiction at a rate of .4167% per month. Even if you are due a net refund, interest still applies to each jurisdiction for any underpayment of fuels use tax to that jurisdiction. This interest is calculated from the day after the IFTA quarterly due date for each month, or fraction of a month, until paid.
How do I obtain a Missouri IFTA return?
You can generate and print your IFTA quarterly use tax returns at ExpressIFTA. You can also file online at mcs.modot.mo.gov/portal/wps/myportal if you are comfortable doing IFTA calculations on your own. You can also request a paper tax return and the current tax rate chart by calling Motor Carrier Services at 1-866-831-6277.