Wholesale licensees who wish to be designated as 'bonded wholesale licensees' to pay excise taxes on a monthly basis. Required when: Required for wholesale licensees to obtain the privilege of ordering malt liquor and wine and paying the excise tax monthly rather than at the time of order. Exemptions: Wholesale licens…
Overview
What it is.
Wholesale licensees who wish to be designated as 'bonded wholesale licensees' to pay excise taxes on a monthly basis. Required when: Required for wholesale licensees to obtain the privilege of ordering malt liquor and wine and paying the excise tax monthly rather than at the time of order. Exemptions: Wholesale licens…
Who usually needs it
Wholesale licensees who wish to be designated as 'bonded wholesale licensees' to pay excise taxes on a monthly basis.
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 o…
Typical timeframe
Credit-based approval — varies by bond type
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.
StateMEBond amountThe bond must be equal to the highest monthly excise tax paid by the wholesale …Term lengthAnnualObligeeMaine Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages and Lottery OperationsRenewalBonds must be provided and effective only for each licensed year, typically renewed alongside the wholesale license.Bond classMiscellaneous CommercialCategoryAlcohol & BeverageBondCorporate surety bondStatutory reference28-A M.R.S. §1405JurisdictionState
