Any person or business intending to operate a motor vehicle repair shop, including those performing auto body, collision, and glass repair services. Required when: Required as a condition for obtaining or renewing a Motor Vehicle Repair Shop registration (RS#). Exemptions: Registered motor vehicle repair shops perform…
Overview
What it is.
Any person or business intending to operate a motor vehicle repair shop, including those performing auto body, collision, and glass repair services. Required when: Required as a condition for obtaining or renewing a Motor Vehicle Repair Shop registration (RS#). Exemptions: Registered motor vehicle repair shops perform…
Who usually needs it
Any person or business intending to operate a motor vehicle repair shop, including those performing auto body, collision, and glass repair services.
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.
StateMABond amount$10,000Term length3 yearsObligeeMassachusetts Division of StandardsRenewalThe bond must be maintained for the duration of the 3-year registration cycle. Upon renewal of the license, the applicant must provide a Certificate of Continuation from the surety or a new bond if the previous one was …Bond classLicense BondCategoryMotor VehicleBondMotor Vehicle Repair Shop BondStatutory referenceM.G.L. c. 100A, § 2JurisdictionState
