Learn how to confirm whether an overseas shipping company is properly licensed through the Federal Maritime Commission before booking your shipment or paying a deposit.
This guide explains how to verify licensing, what details must match in the official OTI database, and how to confirm the company is properly listed before shipping.
Before booking international vehicle or cargo shipping, search the official FMC OTI database to confirm the company is properly licensed and active. You can search the company name and verify the record matches FMC License #023903NF.
If the company does not appear in the official database, or if the business details do not match the website, stop and verify before making any payment.
Always check the exact legal business name. Some misleading websites use names that sound similar to legitimate licensed companies.
Even if a company claims to be licensed, always verify carefully before making payment or sending original documents.
Always verify the company name, license status, and business identity before paying a deposit or sending original vehicle documents.
A legitimate shipping company should be easy to verify through the official OTI database.
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