TRI-STAR INTERNATIONAL FORWARDING, INC.
This mover has not been audited by U.S. Moving Protection
Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc. has not submitted the documentation required for verification by the United States Moving Protection Organization. The public records below are drawn directly from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and the Better Business Bureau. Inclusion in this directory does not constitute endorsement, certification, or verification by USMPO. USMPO is an independent organization, not affiliated with the U.S. government.
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Is Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc. a legitimate moving company?
Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc. is a federally licensed motor carrier registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation under USDOT number 2973856 and MC 794. Federal registration confirms Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc. holds active authority to operate as an interstate household goods mover. USMPO has not independently audited Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc. against its eight-point verification standard, so consumers should review the company's complaint and safety record before booking.
What is Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc.'s USDOT number?
Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc.'s USDOT number is 2973856, and its MC docket number is 794. These federal identifiers can be cross-checked at no cost through the FMCSA SAFER system linked above. Always verify a mover's USDOT number before signing a contract or paying a deposit.
Is Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc. licensed and insured?
Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc. holds an active federal operating authority for the interstate transport of household goods, which by law requires the carrier to maintain minimum levels of cargo and liability insurance. Consumers are encouraged to request a current Certificate of Insurance (COI) directly from Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc. prior to booking.
How do I file a complaint against Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc.?
If you have experienced a problem with Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc., you can file a federal complaint through the FMCSA National Consumer Complaint Database (NCCDB) at nccdb.fmcsa.dot.gov. Complaints can also be submitted to the Better Business Bureau and to USMPO using the File a Complaint resource on this page.
Where is Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc. located?
Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc.'s principal place of business is registered with FMCSA at 417 E CARMEL ST #201 SAN MARCOS, CA 92078, MARCOS, CA. The address on file with the federal government can be cross-checked against the carrier's FMCSA SAFER profile, which is linked in the Public Records table above.
Is Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc. USMPO Verified?
Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc. has not completed USMPO's eight-point verification audit. This does not necessarily indicate the company is unsafe — verification is a separate, voluntary process. Consumers are encouraged to review the federal complaint history, request a written binding estimate, and confirm insurance coverage before booking with Tri-Star International Forwarding, Inc..
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