Apply to Amazon Relay

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Hauler if you’re with us

Quick payments, load availability, an easy-to-use app...With free access to Amazon Relay’s load board and trucking contracts, there’s always freight waiting.

Start your application by clicking “Sign in” to use your existing Amazon shopping account, or “Create new account” if you don’t have one. You can also sign up and track your application on Relay’s app for iOS or Android.

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Amazon Relay requirements
Here’s what you need to start hauling Amazon freight. For more information, see our FAQ or “How to become a Relay carrier.”

DOT number active for minimum of 180 days

Amazon Relay carriers need a valid MC number and a DOT number with interstate authority that has been active for minimum of 180 days. You can still apply even if your DOT authority hasn’t been active for 180 days — we’ll keep you updated on key program news while you wait to join our network.

“Carrier” entity type

Amazon Relay carriers need a “Carrier” entity type that is Authorized for Property and for Hire.

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Safety Rating

Amazon Relay carriers need a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Safety Rating of “Satisfactory,” “None,” or “Not Rated”.

Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASIC) thresholds

Amazon Relay uses BASIC scores to vet reliable companies to haul our freight. Our standards are 5% lower than federal thresholds, which means our demands for safety are stricter.

  • Unsafe Driving below 60%
  • HOS Compliance below 60%
  • Vehicle Maintenance below 75%
  • Controlled Substances / Alcohol below 75%
  • Driver Fitness below 75%

Minimum insurance coverage
  • Commercial General Liability not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 in the aggregate
  • Auto Liability not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, including a trailer replacement coverage of $50,000
  • Cargo coverage of at least $100,000
  • Workers’ compensation insurance in all jurisdictions where your company operates
  • Employer liability not less than $100,000 per occurrence
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Choose your road to success
Amazon Relay enables experienced, reliable carriers to tap into our network, technology, and safety-first culture to grow their transportation businesses. Amazon also has freight services to move business forward for entrepreneurs and shippers.

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