NM WDT Filing Deadlines, Penalties & Compliance

Non-compliance can lead to penalties, interest, and enforcement at ports of entry. Staying registered and filing on time keeps you legal on New Mexico roads.

NM Weight Distance registration must be renewed each year by December 31. Quarterly reports are required even if no miles were traveled.

What Happens If You Don't Comply?

Non-compliance can lead to penalties, interest, and enforcement at ports of entry. Late quarterly returns can result in additional fees on top of unpaid tax amounts.

If you missed a filing deadline, contact us as soon as possible. We can help you file late returns and work to limit penalties.

  • Penalties and interest on late quarterly returns
  • Enforcement at New Mexico ports of entry
  • Compliance notices requiring corrective action
  • Risk of operating without valid WDT credentials
Get Back on Track
Dec 31 Annual renewal
Quarterly deadlines
0 mi Still must file
Late Penalties apply

Quarterly Filing Deadlines

PeriodMiles CoveredReturn Due Date
1st QuarterJanuary 1 – March 31April 30
2nd QuarterApril 1 – June 30July 31
3rd QuarterJuly 1 – September 30October 31
4th QuarterOctober 1 – December 31January 31 (following year)

Compliance Notices & Corrections

Received a compliance notice from New Mexico? We provide guidance to correct past filings, resolve registration issues, and get your account back in good standing.

Notice response

Had a compliance notice and did not know where to start? We explain everything and fix the issue.

Late filing help

File late returns and work to minimize penalties when deadlines are missed.

Renewal reminders

Annual renewal by December 31 — we send reminders so your registration stays active.

Stay compliant and avoid NM WDT penalties

We send timely reminders and help you maintain active registration and quarterly filings.

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