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Arizona Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond (New)

This bond is required for anyone who wants to open a new car dealership in Arizona. It protects consumers who buy vehicles from your dealership by ensuring you follow state laws and ethical business practices. If you break the rules, cheat customers, or violate licensing requirements, people can file claims against yo…

Overview

What it is.

This bond is required for anyone who wants to open a new car dealership in Arizona. It protects consumers who buy vehicles from your dealership by ensuring you follow state laws and ethical business practices. If you break the rules, cheat customers, or violate licensing requirements, people can file claims against yo…

Who usually needs it

New motor vehicle dealers, used motor vehicle dealers, and public consignment auction dealers in Arizona must obtain this $100,000 bond as part of their licensing requirements. This applies to anyone selling more than four motor vehicles per year, which classifies them as a dealer under state law.

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

License bonds are required by state and local governments to ensure compliance with industry regulations. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger license bonds: Commonly around 1–5% of the bond amount annually. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. Same-day approval is typical for many common license bonds. Some license bonds may price higher de…

Typical timeframe

Issuance timeframe varies by bond type and underwriting

Application

What to do next.

  1. Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
  2. Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
  3. Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
  4. Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
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Details

Bond details.

StateAZ
Bond amountVaries by license type or project
ObligeeState of Arizona
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryMotor Vehicle
BondArizona Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond (New)
JurisdictionState
Plain descriptionThis bond is required for anyone who wants to open a new car dealership in Arizona. It protects consumers who buy vehicles from your dealership by ensuring you follow state laws and ethical business practices. If you br…
Who needs this bondNew motor vehicle dealers, used motor vehicle dealers, and public consignment auction dealers in Arizona must obtain this $100,000 bond as part of their licensing requirements. This applies to anyone selling more than f…
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