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From Anywhere in the World
Whether you're based in Toronto, Mexico City, Berlin, or Sydney — the platform adapts to your credentials, currency, and compliance requirements.
Register as a carrier100+
countries for identity verification
46+
countries for local bank payouts
223
countries with background screening
3
USMCA countries — full platform
What Credentials You Need
The platform shows you exactly what to upload based on your operating country.
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United States
Authority
USDOT + MC Number (FMCSA)
Licence
CDL Class A, B or C
ID accepted
Government-issued photo ID
Background check
Full FMCSA + criminal screening
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Canada
Authority
NSC Number (National Safety Code)
Licence
Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 (provincial)
ID accepted
Provincial driver's licence
Background check
Provincial criminal records
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Mexico
Authority
Permiso SCT (SICT)
Licence
Licencia Federal Tipo C or E
ID accepted
INE / Pasaporte
Background check
Adverse media + document verification
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EU / UK
Authority
Community Licence (EU) / Operator Licence (UK)
Licence
Category C or C+E
ID accepted
Passport or national ID
Background check
Criminal background screening
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All Other Countries
Authority
National transport authority document (upload)
Licence
National HGV / truck licence
ID accepted
Passport — verified via identity check
Background check
Adverse media + sanctions screening
How to Get Started
Six steps from sign-up to your first international load.
Register and choose your operating country
The platform immediately adapts — showing the right authority number fields, licence categories, and ID formats for your country.
Verify your identity
Upload your government-issued ID (passport, driver's licence, or national ID card). Selfie match and liveness check covers 100+ countries in minutes.
Submit your operating credentials
Enter your DOT/NSC/Permiso SCT number or upload your operating authority document. For US carriers, FMCSA data is automatically cross-referenced.
Pass the background check
Checks are automatically routed by country — full criminal + driving record for USMCA, adverse media for all others. US only: FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
Connect your bank for payouts
Local bank payouts in 46+ countries — USD, CAD, MXN, GBP, EUR, AUD, and more. No wire transfers.
Start accepting jobs
Once approved, your profile is visible to shippers. Jobs matched to your service type and operating region appear on your board.
Why International Carriers Choose Shipmater
Verified in 100+ countries
Government IDs from over 100 countries accepted. Carry your credentials digitally.
Pay out in local currency
Receive earnings directly to your bank — CAD, MXN, GBP, EUR, AUD, and more.
GPS works everywhere
Phone GPS tracking works across the US, Canada, and Mexico without any extra app or hardware.
Documents in your format
BOL and POD documents use your country's authority number format automatically.
One profile, any country
Update your operating country at any time. Your verification status follows you.
Build a global reputation
Ratings are portable. A 5-star record in Canada is visible to US shippers and vice versa.
Frequently Asked Questions
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