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Frayt: driver requirements

Frayt is a local courier that works with independent drivers nationwide, using their own cars and SUVs, minivans, pickups, cargo vans, Sprinter-style high-roof vans, 16 ft box trucks and 26 ft box trucks. Here's what they say they require, from their own site, checked Nov 2026.

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Frayt

Vehicles
  • Car / SUV
  • Minivan
  • Pickup
  • Cargo van
  • Sprinter
  • 16 ft box
  • 26 ft box
Requirements
  • No DOT/MC needed
  • Vehicle 2006+
  • Age 21+
  • Cars & vans: No CDL
  • Box trucks: own DOT/MC, commercial insurance
Pay
Per delivery
Notes
Vehicle cannot be a rental; must have no visible damage/defects; cannot display non-courier signs or ads; must be properly registered. For box trucks: over 10,000 GVW, 12'-26' length, dock high/lift gate preferred. Cannot be leased to another motor carrier. Drivers can work for other companies and accept/decline matches freely. $40 non-refundable application fee.
What the company says
“Complete your independent contractor application here.”

Source · checked Nov 10, 2026

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What Frayt requires, in plain terms

  • Vehicles: Frayt says it works with drivers who have cars and SUVs, minivans, pickups, cargo vans, Sprinter-style high-roof vans, 16 ft box trucks and 26 ft box trucks.
  • Authority: Box trucks need your own USDOT and MC numbers. For other vehicles, Frayt doesn't require your own DOT or MC authority. When couriers need DOT/MC authority
  • CDL: Cars and SUVs, pickups and cargo vans don't need a CDL. Not stated for other vehicles. A box truck rated 26,000 lbs GVWR or less doesn't need one.
  • Insurance: Box trucks need commercial auto insurance. Not stated for other vehicles. Personal auto policies often exclude paid delivery, so check yours.
  • Vehicle age: 2006 model year or newer. Which companies accept older vehicles
  • Age: 21 or older.
  • Pay model: per delivery, as Frayt describes it.

Before you sign with Frayt

  • Ask whether the work is a fixed route, scheduled blocks or on-demand loads, and how many hours or miles a typical week runs.
  • Ask who pays for fuel, tolls and equipment, and whether any fees come out of your settlement.
  • Get the insurance requirements in writing and confirm your policy covers delivering for pay.
  • Check how often pay is settled and whether the agreement lets you work for other companies.

Requirements and pay are set by Frayt and can change. Check their site before you sign anything. We're not affiliated with Frayt.

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Frayt questions

What vehicles does Frayt accept?

Frayt says it works with independent drivers who have cars and SUVs, minivans, pickups, cargo vans, Sprinter-style high-roof vans, 16 ft box trucks and 26 ft box trucks.

Do I need my own authority to drive for Frayt?

It depends on the vehicle. Box trucks need your own USDOT and MC numbers. For other vehicles, Frayt doesn't require your own DOT or MC authority.

Does Frayt require a CDL?

It depends on the vehicle. Cars and SUVs, pickups and cargo vans don't need a CDL. Not stated for other vehicles. A box truck rated 26,000 lbs GVWR or less doesn't need one.

What insurance does Frayt require?

It depends on the vehicle. Box trucks need commercial auto insurance. Not stated for other vehicles.

How old can my vehicle be to drive for Frayt?

Frayt asks for a 2006 or newer model year, by its own stated rule.

How do I apply to Frayt?

Apply on Frayt's own site. DeliveryContracts is a directory: we don't place drivers or take a cut, and we're not affiliated with Frayt.