Bond or other security device

Any person engaging in the business of money transmission in Hawaii, unless excluded under HRS § 489D-5. Required when: Application for a money transmitter license. Exemptions: Exemptions include the United States or any department/agency, the United States Postal Service, the State of Hawaii or its political subdivis…

Bond amount"$10,000 for the initial twelve months of licensure. Thereafter, the bond amoun…
State or jurisdictionHawaii
ObligeeHawaii Commissioner of Financial Institutions

Essential point: Pin down whether this is your bond, then start the application. Ava can confirm the right state and license type if you are not sure.

Amounts can vary

Selected requirement: "$10,000 for the initial twelve months of licensure. Thereafter, the bond amoun…. Other available requirements: "$10,000 for the initial twelve months of licensure. Thereafter, the bond amount is $5,000 if annualized money transmissions are less than $10,000,000, or $10,000 if annualized money transmissions are $10,000,000 or more. The commissioner …. Exact options still depend on the obligee, state, and underwriting.

Overview

What it is.

Any person engaging in the business of money transmission in Hawaii, unless excluded under HRS § 489D-5. Required when: Application for a money transmitter license. Exemptions: Exemptions include the United States or any department/agency, the United States Postal Service, the State of Hawaii or its political subdivis…

Who usually needs it

Any person engaging in the business of money transmission in Hawaii, unless excluded under HRS § 489D-5.

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

Miscellaneous commercial bonds cover a wide range of business obligations not fitting other categories. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger 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. Pricing varies by specific bond type and requirements. Some miscellaneous bonds may price higher depending on risk factors. Contact us for a specific quote.

Your quote determines the actual premium.

Typical timeframe

Credit-based approval — varies by bond type

Timing can change when underwriting needs more information.
Application details

How it works.

  1. Start the application

    Confirm the bond and provide applicant and business details.

  2. Review the quote

    See the terms and premium before deciding to continue.

  3. Pay and sign

    Complete the required payment and signatures.

  4. Receive the bond

    Get the issued bond and filing or delivery instructions.

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Next step

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