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License Bond

Money Transmitter Bond

Any person or business entity seeking to engage in the business of money transmission in the District of Columbia, which includes selling or issuing payment instruments or receiving money for transmission. Required when: Application for a Money Transmitter License under the District of Columbia Money Transmitters Act.…

Overview

What it is.

Any person or business entity seeking to engage in the business of money transmission in the District of Columbia, which includes selling or issuing payment instruments or receiving money for transmission. Required when: Application for a Money Transmitter License under the District of Columbia Money Transmitters Act.…

Who usually needs it

Any person or business entity seeking to engage in the business of money transmission in the District of Columbia, which includes selling or issuing payment instruments or receiving money for transmission.

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.

  1. Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
  2. Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
  3. Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
  4. Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
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Details

Bond details.

StateDC
Bond amount$50,000
Term lengthContinuous
ObligeeDistrict of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB)
RenewalThe bond remains in full force and effect until cancelled. However, the associated Money Transmitter license must be renewed annually by December 31. The bond must run concurrent with the license period, and any changes…
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryFinancial Services
BondMoney Transmitter Bond
Statutory referenceD.C. Official Code § 26-1007
JurisdictionState
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