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License Bond

Money Transmitter Bond

Any person or entity applying for or holding a license to engage in the business of money transmission in Indiana. Required when: Requirement for obtaining and maintaining a money transmission license. Exemptions: The United States or a department, agency, or instrumentality thereof,Money transmission by the United St…

Overview

What it is.

Any person or entity applying for or holding a license to engage in the business of money transmission in Indiana. Required when: Requirement for obtaining and maintaining a money transmission license. Exemptions: The United States or a department, agency, or instrumentality thereof,Money transmission by the United St…

Who usually needs it

Any person or entity applying for or holding a license to engage in the business of money transmission in Indiana.

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.

StateIN
Bond amountThe bond amount must be the greater of: (1) $300,000; or (2) an amount equal to…
Term lengthContinuous
ObligeeIndiana Department of Financial Institutions
RenewalThe bond is continuous and must be maintained at all times. The licensee must periodically review and adjust the bond amount based on the quarterly average daily money transmission liability calculation. The license its…
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryFinancial Services
BondMoney Transmitter Bond
Statutory referenceIndiana Code § 28-8-4.1-1002
JurisdictionState
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