Louisiana Motor Carriers or Household Goods Carrier
General or Blanket Bond
Overview
What it is.
General or Blanket Bond
Who usually needs it
Motor carriers operating vehicles with special permits in Louisiana, particularly those transporting overweight or oversized loads, are required to obtain this surety bond by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD).
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.
StateLABond amount$5,000ObligeeLouisiana Public Service CommissionBond classLicense BondCategoryOtherBondLouisiana Motor Carriers or Household Goods CarrierPlain descriptionGeneral or Blanket BondWho needs this bondMotor carriers operating vehicles with special permits in Louisiana, particularly those transporting overweight or oversized loads, are required to obtain this surety bond by the Louisiana Department of Transportation a…
