Every rule we track for ArcBest
Auto liability of at least $1,000,000
Broker's own pageConfidence: HighChecked 2026-10-05Source ↗
Cargo coverage of at least $100,000
Broker's own pageConfidence: HighChecked 2026-10-05Source ↗
FMCSA safety rating must be Satisfactory or Unrated (no Conditional/Unsatisfactory)
Broker's own pageConfidence: HighChecked 2026-10-05Source ↗
Active common or contract operating authority
Broker's own pageConfidence: HighChecked 2026-10-05Source ↗
General liability of at least $1,000,000
Broker's own pageConfidence: HighChecked 2026-10-05Source ↗
Operating authority active for at least 30 days
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- C.H. Robinson: 7 days, $1M auto liability
- Total Quality Logistics: no minimum, $1M auto liability
- RXO: no minimum, $1M auto liability
- Uber Freight: no minimum, $1M auto liability
- J.B. Hunt: 90 days, $1M auto liability
- Knight-Swift Logistics: 90 days, $1M auto liability
See the full list of brokers that work with new authorities.
Questions carriers ask
How old does my authority need to be for ArcBest?
ArcBest's published rule is 30 days of active operating authority. Brokers usually count from your original grant date; a lapse can restart the clock.
What insurance does ArcBest require?
$1M auto liability and $100K cargo, plus $1M general liability. The federal minimum for general freight is $750K, so many carriers need to raise their limit before applying.
Will ArcBest accept a Conditional safety rating?
No. ArcBest accepts Satisfactory or Unrated carriers. Most small carriers are Unrated, which is not the same as Conditional.
How do I set up with ArcBest?
ArcBest onboards carriers through RMIS. Have your W-9, certificate of insurance, authority details and (if you factor) your notice of assignment ready.
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