Apply to Amazon Relay
Relay’s freight is posted, priced, and verified by Amazon, giving approved carriers free access to nationwide spot loads and contracts. Book real-time load details and manage trips—all in one place, all without a broker.
Start your application by signing in with your existing Amazon shopping account or creating a new one.
- 180 days of DOT authority: Required to haul loads, but you can still apply before then. Relay will keep you updated while you wait.
- How long it takes: 1-3 weeks (it may be as little as 3 days). Delays, if any, come from validating insurance information.
- After approval: Start hauling load board freight with your company’s verified drivers. Learn more about onboarding.
Apply even if your DOT authority hasn't been active for 180 days, and we'll keep you updated while you wait. See carrier requirements.
| Requirement | Minimum |
|---|---|
| DOT and MC numbers | DOT number with interstate authority, active for at least 180 days, and a valid MC number |
| Entity type | “Carrier,” authorized for property and for hire |
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory, None or Not Rated |
| BASIC scores | Unsafe Driving below 60%, HOS Compliance below 60%, Vehicle Maintenance below 75%, Controlled Substances/Alcohol below 75%, Driver Fitness below 75% |
| Violation rates | Driver violation rate at or below 35%, vehicle violation rate at or below 50% |
| Commercial general liability | At least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 in the aggregate |
| Auto liability | At least $1,000,000 per occurrence, including trailer replacement coverage of $50,000 |
| Cargo coverage | At least $100,000 |
| Workers’ compensation | In all jurisdictions where your company operates |
| Employer liability | At least $100,000 per occurrence |
Drivers: a carrier invites its drivers to create a profile in the Relay app. Drivers complete identity verification with a selfie and a photo of their driver’s license, and provide details for a background check before hauling Amazon Relay loads.
See Amazon Relay’s equipment requirements.
| Category | Accepted equipment |
|---|---|
| Tractors | Day cab and sleeper cab |
| Box trucks | 26' and 16' box trucks, each with a functional tuck-under lift gate |
| Trailers | 48' trailer, 53' dry van, 53' reefer, and 20', 40' and 45' high cube containers (UIIA compliant) |
Carriers tell us their drivers like Relay’s commercial navigation and fast check-ins. See how truckers use the Amazon Relay mobile app and the app’s safety features.
| Feature | What it does |
|---|---|
| Route schedule and notifications | Drivers see assigned loads and get real-time alerts for changes |
| Quick check-ins | Automated facility check-in and check-out and electronic in-yard instructions reduce driver dwell time at the gate and in the yards |
| Commercial navigation | Truck-specific navigation guides drivers to yard entry gates while accounting for low bridges, weight limits and other restrictions |
| Search along route | Drivers can add stops such as fuel, food and parking when planning trip |
