Individuals or companies operating vehicles used exclusively to transport solid waste or recyclable materials in Texas, including the City of Austin area. The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles requires a $1,000 surety bond per vehicle to protect Texas highways, county roads, and city streets from damage caused by waste hauling operations.
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.
Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
Start the application.
You are on the exact bond page. The next step is to start the quick application.
StateTXBond amount$10,000ObligeeCity of Austin, TexasBond classLicense BondCategoryOtherBondCity of Austin, Texas-Garbage and Trash HaulersPlain descriptionWaste Hauler - Compliance OnlyWho needs this bondIndividuals or companies operating vehicles used exclusively to transport solid waste or recyclable materials in Texas, including the City of Austin area. The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles requires a $1,000 surety …
