An Employment Agency Bond is required for businesses in California that help people find jobs or connect employers with workers. This $3,000 bond protects job seekers from dishonest practices, like an agency taking fees but not providing promised services or misrepresenting job opportunities. If the employment agency …
Overview
What it is.
An Employment Agency Bond is required for businesses in California that help people find jobs or connect employers with workers. This $3,000 bond protects job seekers from dishonest practices, like an agency taking fees but not providing promised services or misrepresenting job opportunities. If the employment agency …
Who usually needs it
Employment agencies in California that charge a fee to help individuals find jobs must obtain this bond before conducting business in the state. The bond is required under California Civil Code Section 1812.503, and a separate bond is required for each business location.
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.
StateCABond amount$3,000ObligeeState of CaliforniaBond classLicense BondCategoryOtherBondEmployment Agency BondPlain descriptionAn Employment Agency Bond is required for businesses in California that help people find jobs or connect employers with workers. This $3,000 bond protects job seekers from dishonest practices, like an agency taking fees…Who needs this bondEmployment agencies in California that charge a fee to help individuals find jobs must obtain this bond before conducting business in the state. The bond is required under California Civil Code Section 1812.503, and a s…
