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Kentucky Weight Distance Tax

Kentucky Weight Distance (KYU) & Kentucky Intrastate Tax (KIT) License Number

The Kentucky Weight Distance Tax, or KYU, is a tax license required by the State of Kentucky for certain motor carriers to acquire. All interstate or intrastate carriers who travel on Kentucky highways with vehicles weighing 60,000 Ponds. or more (up to 80,000 Pounds., beyond which an overweight permit is required) must get this license or a temporary permission. The KYU permit is a set mileage tax that does not vary with the weight of your vehicle. Kentucky provides permanent registrations for people who anticipate be making many visits to and through the state, as well as temporary 10-day permits.

The Kentucky Intrastate Tax Laws, sometimes known as KIT, is a gasoline consumption tax. This tax compels any Kentucky-based vehicle with a gross vehicle weight in excess of 26,000 pounds (or 10,000 pounds if the vehicle has more than two axles) to pay a fuel tax in Kentucky. The tax rate for specific fuels, such as diesel, is greater than that of standard gasoline. KIT is essentially a Kentucky-only version of IFTA, thus if you are registered for IFTA, you do not need a KIT number or submit KIT reports.

Requirements for Getting Your KYU or  KIT  Number With Compare Transport  LLC

We need some information from you before we can process your Kentucky weight distance submission. Then we’ll be able to apply for your KYU permit online. Before you begin, make sure you have the following information ready: USDOT number, firm name and owner (if applicable), carrier tax ID (FEIN, SSN, EIN, or SIN), and postal and physical addresses (this information will be auto filled based on your USDOT number). Contact information includes the filer’s name, phone number, and email address. The sort of company you run (sole proprietorship, corporation, partnership, or others).

Which filing do you require?

Kentucky Weight Distance Tax and Kentucky Intrastate Tax (KIT) license Number Both

If you pick KIT, you must enter the name you previously used, the former

KIT number, and if the account was terminated in good standing.

Truck information includes the VIN, license plate number, base state, number of axles, year, make, model, fuel type, unit number, 

Gross vehicle weight (GVW), unloaded weight, and truck status. If your vehicle is registered in Kentucky, you will also need to supply your title number. Billing information includes credit card number, name on card, expiry date, and billing address. KIT Only: In order to finalize your KIT number order, you must sign a Power of Attorney form. You will get this paper via email after you have placed your purchase.

Payments and Deadlines for Your KYU/KIT Registration with Compare Transport LLC

Quarterly Reporting Due Date

January 1st – March 31st Apr 30th

April 1st – June 30th Jul 31st

Kentucky Weight Distance Tax

KYU – Kentucky Weight Distance Tax

All carriers with a combined license weight that is greater than 59,999 lbs. but less than 80,001 lbs.
Must pay this quarterly weight-distance tax, regardless of their base state.

KIT – Kentucky Intrastate Tax

Kentucky-based owners of vehicles weighing more than 26,000 lbs. (more than 10,000 lbs. if more than two axles) are required to pay a tax on the fuel they use in Kentucky.

Temporary Permits for KYU and KIT

In addition to the perpetual licenses, you can purchase temporary permits for any brief trips into Kentucky. These temporary permits cover all of your driving for 10 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Once you have your number, KYU charges you based on the mileage you drive in the state of Kentucky. To calculate how much you will pay each quarter, we will take the number of miles you have driven and multiply it by the tax rate. This number will be the amount you pay in taxes.

.Failure to file on time can result in some serious penalties. Firstly, your KYU or KIT number could be revoked, requiring you to post a bond to reinstate your license. You could also be fined up to $500. That’s not good at all! So make sure you file your returns on time to avoid these penalties.

You do NOT need to display your KYU number, KIT number, or temporary permits on your truck UNLESS the vehicle is leased and the lessor is the KYU account holder. In that case alone, you would have to display the KYU number. Otherwise, you don’t need to display anything; you just need to pay the taxes later!

You can get your KYU numbers online quickly! Submitting your paperwork by mail can easily mean a wait of 10–14 business days before you can get your license. On the other hand, you can get your KYU number within one business day with KentuckyWeightDistance.com! The choice is clear.

KIT numbers take a little longer to obtain because there is no way to obtain them online insantly. So, once you apply for a KIT number with us, you can expect to receive your KIT number in about 10–14 business days.

The KYU tax is a mileage-based tax that applies to commercial vehicles with a licensed weight more than 59,999 pounds driving on Kentucky roadways. This tax applies to both interstate and intrastate carriers operating in Kentucky, with the exception of farm-licensed vehicles.

The KYU tax is calculated at a rate of 0.0285 cents per mile traveled on Kentucky roads. This tax supports the upkeep and enhancement of the state’s road infrastructure.


To receive a KYU license, you must first create an account with the Kentucky Online Gateway and then complete the application. Upon acceptance, you will be given a KYU number, which must be displayed on your car. The Kentucky Department of Transportation provides a KYU Registration Guide to help with application concerns.

KYU tax returns must be filed quarterly via the Motor Carrier Portal. Even if no miles were traveled during a quarter, you must submit a zero-mile return to avoid fines.

Yes, temporary permits are available for drivers who make occasional travels to Kentucky. These permits cover all travel for 10 days and are an ideal alternative for short-term excursions..

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