Notice
Single trip paper permits will no longer need to be faxed in and can be submitted and paid for online by logging into Caltrans Transportation Permit System (CTPS).
Submittals by fax for single trip paper permits ended on September 1st, 2024.
Customers can make payments through their monthly billing account or with a credit card for Single Trip permits.
The online credit card payment option for STARS2 permits went live on Wednesday, June 19th, 2024.
For all credit card payments, a transaction fee of 2.3% will be charged by the provider and is non-refundable.
The online credit card payment option is available to monthly billing account users (also known as debtor account users).
Registration is required for all new users. Please visit the STARS2 Information page for additional information.
Credit Card Payment Tutorial Video
Transportation Permits Links
- Transportation Permits - Home
- CTPS (Previously known as STARS2)
- Route Clearing Database - CalRoute
- Application Forms & Accompaniments
- How To Apply For Transportation Permits
- Vehicle Inspection Report
- Transportation Permits Manual
- Extralegal Weight Charts
- Single Trip Pilot Car Maps
- Annual Pilot Car Maps
- Red Route Summary Table (XLSX)
- Construction Liaisons
- FAQ
Miscellaneous:
Permits Issuance Branch
1120 N St., Sacramento, CA 95814
Main Phone: (916) 322-1297
Office Hours: 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri
(Closed on State Holidays)
Holiday Info:
Special Conditions for Holiday Travel (PDF)
State Holiday Info
After-Hours Permit Emergencies:
Emergency Permit Procedures
Contacts: