Independent businesses or individuals in Texas who buy, sell, or exchange motor vehicles (including used cars, motorcycles, wholesale dealers, and auctions) and are applying for a General Distinguishing Number (GDN) license. This excludes franchised dealers, trailer/semitrailer dealers, and non-motorized travel trailer dealers.
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.
StateTXBond amount$50,000ObligeeUnknown third partyBond classLicense BondCategoryOtherBond(Pre-Executed) Motor Vehicle Dealer's Surety BondPlain descriptionMotor Vehicle Dealers - Used Vehicles OnlyWho needs this bondIndependent businesses or individuals in Texas who buy, sell, or exchange motor vehicles (including used cars, motorcycles, wholesale dealers, and auctions) and are applying for a General Distinguishing Number (GDN) lic…
