To apply for a Cargo permit pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, § 22 you will need electronic copies of the documents listed below.
Required Documents for ALL new Cargo [Airline, Ship, Railroad] permits:
Required for Ship Cargo permits:
| Name | Fee | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Airline | $1,500 | each |
| Ship Cargo | $1,500 | each |
| Railroad Cargo | $1,500 | each |
To apply for this license, please create an account on our eLicensing and ePermitting Portal.
Please review the information below:
Technical Requirements:
Below is the list of supported browser versions that provide the best user experience for the online application:
Microsoft Windows Internet Explorer 10
Microsoft Windows Internet Explorer 11
Firefox 29
Safari 6
Google Chrome 34
Opera 21
Although you may find that your current version also works, it may not support all functions.
To use the system you must first create a user name and password. User guides on this topic and other helpful information about the eLicensing and ePermitting Portal can be found here.
For technical assistance:
Please call the ePLACE Help Desk Team at (844) 733-7522 between the hours of 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Monday-Friday, with the exception of all Commonwealth and Federal observed holidays.
Please allow a few days to a week for the permit application to be processed. If there is any information missing, a licensing staff member will reach out to you directly.
If you would like to check on the status of your application, please contact a licensing staff member.
To generate a list of the most current Airline Cargo, Ship Cargo, or Railroad Cargo licensees please use the General Search Function provided on our eLicensing and ePermitting portal.
