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Nurses Registry Bond

A Nurses Registry Bond is required for businesses in California that operate nursing registries—companies that connect nurses and caregivers with patients who need their services. The State of California requires this $3,000 bond to protect patients and nurses from financial harm if the registry acts dishonestly or do…

Overview

What it is.

A Nurses Registry Bond is required for businesses in California that operate nursing registries—companies that connect nurses and caregivers with patients who need their services. The State of California requires this $3,000 bond to protect patients and nurses from financial harm if the registry acts dishonestly or do…

Who usually needs it

Businesses operating as a nurses' registry in California that make employment referrals or act as middlemen connecting licensed nurses with clients or healthcare facilities for temporary or permanent staffing. These are typically nurse staffing agencies or registries, and the $3,000 bond is required under California Civil Code Section 1812.525 to protect cl…

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

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  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.

StateCA
Bond amount$3,000
ObligeeState of California
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryOther
BondNurses Registry Bond
Plain descriptionA Nurses Registry Bond is required for businesses in California that operate nursing registries—companies that connect nurses and caregivers with patients who need their services. The State of California requires this $…
Who needs this bondBusinesses operating as a nurses' registry in California that make employment referrals or act as middlemen connecting licensed nurses with clients or healthcare facilities for temporary or permanent staffing. These are…
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