U.S. Federal Maritime Commission regulations require that Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers (NVOCCs) and Vessel Operating Common Carriers (VOCCs) publish and maintain tariffs listing all charges, classifications, rules, and practices applicable to their ocean freight services. Marine Terminal Operators (MTOs) have the option of maintaining an FMC tariff.

The requirement to publish tariff rules also applies to NVOCCs that use Negotiated Rate Arrangements (NRAs).

FMC tariff regulations require that all tariffs meet detailed formatting, record-keeping, and access requirements. Our secure cloud database provides 24/7 access to your FMC tariff and makes requesting updates easy and efficient.

DPI has published thousands of tariffs for clients all over the world. When you publish your tariff with DPI, we ensure more than just basic compliance with FMC regulations. Our multilingual staff will recommend cost-effective tariff filing strategies and will be available to answer all your FMC-related questions.

For new clients, we will publish a tariff that provides all FMC-required rules, the full text of your bill of lading, and commonly used commercial regulations. If you have an existing tariff and would like to switch to our services, we can also assist. Our service always includes the FMC-1 registration.

Our fees for initial tariff rules publication and annual tariff database maintenance are very reasonable. We charge nominal filing fees per new or revised filing. For our full price list, click here.

Speak with an Account Representative to learn how we can help you maintain a compliant tariff without compromising your company’s goals.

U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) regulations require that all Non-Vessel-Operating Common Carriers (NVOCCs) document their ocean freight selling rates. FMC’s regulations require specific and time-sensitive rate documentation to ensure that rates are provided to shippers in a clear and timely manner.

For NVOCCs, there are three methods available to comply with FMC’s rate documentation requirements:

DPI offers compliance assistance for all three compliance methods. Many of our NVOCC clients find that tariff rate filing is the most efficient option. Our staff are happy to review the three options with you and advise the most cost-effective compliance method for your organization.

If you’re ready to get started, contact us or view our Getting Started page for more details on how DPI can assist your organization.

DPI Members may also review our Knowledge Center for more information on FMC’s regulations for tariff rate filing, NRAs and NSAs.