New Mexico Weight Distance Tax (WDT)
The New Mexico Weight Distance Tax (WDT) is applicable to commercial motor vehicle registrations, owners, and operators with a reported or actual gross vehicle weight above 26,000 pounds that use New Mexico roadways. They must pay the New Mexico Weight Distance Tax for each vehicle they operate in New Mexico.
Efficient Weight Distance Tax E-Filing Solutions by Compare Transport
E-filing, commonly referred to as electronic filing, is a secure and fast technique of filling out forms online. If you have two or more trucks, you must submit your New Mexico weight distance tax report online beginning October 31, 2010. If you just have one truck, you do not have to submit a New Mexico Weight Distance Tax return online, although you are asked to make it.
How to File New Mexico Weight Distance Tax (WDT) with Compare Transport
Compare Transport LLC offers you to easily fill out the New Mexico Weight Distance Tax (as well as the New York Highway Use Tax (HUT), the Kentucky Weight Distance Tax (WDT), and the Oregon Highway Use Tax (HUT). By using a few clicks, all of the calculations are completed automatically, and your tax returns are ready for submission online or manually.
How to File New Mexico Weight Distance Tax (WDT) with Compare Transport
Compare Transport LLC offers you to easily fill out the New Mexico Weight Distance Tax (as well as the New York Highway Use Tax (HUT), the Kentucky Weight Distance Tax (WDT), and the Oregon Highway Use Tax (HUT). By using a few clicks, all of the calculations are completed automatically, and your tax returns are ready for submission online or manually.
When to File New Mexico Weight Distance Tax (WDT) Guide by Compare Transport
you must have to pay the New Mexico Weight distance tax return each Quarter on due date to avoid penalty if your commercial vehicle travel in the State of New Mexico and fall in the above listed requirements to pay New Mexico WDT which is due on each Quarter by
January – March: Due Date April 30
April – June: Due Date July 31
July – September: Due Date October 31
October – December: Due Date January 31
Let us handle all your filing and paperwork for you! We would just need you to submit confirmation of electronic filing of a return.

WDT – Weight Distance tax
New Mexico imposes a weight-distance tax on all commercial vehicles that weigh more than 26,000 pounds. This New Mexico Weight Distance tax charges drivers based on both the weight of their vehicle and the distance they travel within the state.
NMW Temporary Trip Tax
If you’re just passing through New Mexico the one time you’ll still need to pay your taxes. This is in the form of a Trip Tax.
If your vehicle meets the requirements for the Weight Distance Tax but you’re only planning on passing through the one time, we can set you up for a Temporary Trip Tax Permit, today.
NMW Distance Permit
If your trucking business leads you across the Land of Enchantment, then you may need to acquire some specific New Mexico permits for trucks, such as the New Mexico Weight Distance Permit.
This is required for every vehicle with a gross weight of more than 26,000
pounds for both interstate and intrastate travel in New Mexico.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone who owns, operates, or registers, a commercial truck that is more than 26,000 pounds and travels through New Mexico. This is for both interstate and intrastate travel.
The Weight Distance Tax is calculated based on a few factors, but mileage is the most important part. The official total is calculated by taking the total number of miles traveled within New Mexico and multiplying that number by the tax rate. The tax rate varies depending on the weight of the vehicle.
If you fail to pay these taxes, you could face serious fines and penalties. These penalties could mean a suspension of work in the state or even imprisonment. Even if you’re just passing through New Mexico once, you’ll still need to pay a “Trip Tax.” This tax occurs every time your vehicle enters and exits the state. You’ll know which option is best for your business, but either way, you’re going to have to pay one of them if you plan to use the roads in New Mexico.
The process is quick and easy with New Mexico Weight Distance. Just fill out the form and input your information. We go through the tax rates and documentation so you don’t have to. Get your permit in as little as a day, today!
Unfortunately, no. The New Mexico Weight Distance Permit is only specific to the state of New Mexico. The IRP covers all jurisdictions of the United States and Canada. They are separate tax permits and must be obtained, filed, and paid separately. Learn More About the IRP HERE.
Times vary depending on department liasons. In most cases, we can get you your New Mexico Weight Distance Permit in as little as a day!