Starting Jan. 1, 2019, you will need an RFID (radio frequency identification) tag to enter international terminals in both Seattle AND Tacoma.
If you already have an RFID tag in Seattle, it will also work in Tacoma. You do not need to buy another RFID tag.
You will be turned away at the gate if you:
- Do not have an RFID tag
- Have not fully registered your RFID on eModal (e.g. no VIN attached to tag, no driver attached to tag)
- Have a low or dead battery on your existing RFID tag
You will need an RFID tag to enter the following terminals:
Seattle:
- Terminal 18
- Terminal 30
- Terminal 46
Tacoma:
- Pierce County Terminal (PCT)
- Washington United Terminal (WUT)
- Husky Terminal
- East Sitcum Terminal
How to register your RFID tag
Your RFID tag must be fully registered in eModal with your truck’s current information.
STEP 1: Register your company at eModal.com.
STEP 2: Add driver and truck information to the eModal system.
STEP 3: Purchase an RFID tag. Each tag costs $103, plus additional fees, and must be purchased online with a debit or credit card at eModal.com. (NOTE: Tags take at least 5 business days.)
STEP 4: Once you receive the tag, register it at eModal.com. (The tags must be registered for them to work.)
STEP 5: Install your tag. (The tag MUST be placed on the back of the driver’s side mirror. Installation instructions will come with the tag.)
If you have any questions, go to eModal's online help center or contact eModal helpline at 866-758-3838 or helpdesk@emodal.com.