Professional bondsmen (individuals or companies) who hold themselves out as signers or sureties of bail bonds for compensation. Required when: Prior to being approved by the sheriff to conduct bonding business in a specific county. Exemptions: Attorneys, law enforcement officers, and judicial officials are prohibited …
Overview
What it is.
Professional bondsmen (individuals or companies) who hold themselves out as signers or sureties of bail bonds for compensation. Required when: Prior to being approved by the sheriff to conduct bonding business in a specific county. Exemptions: Attorneys, law enforcement officers, and judicial officials are prohibited …
Who usually needs it
Professional bondsmen (individuals or companies) who hold themselves out as signers or sureties of bail bonds for compensation.
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.
StateGABond amountThe amount of the bond or other security is set by the sheriff of the county in…Term lengthContinuousObligeeCounty SheriffRenewalProfessional bondsmen must remain in good standing with the sheriff and comply with all local rules and regulations, which may include annual registration or financial reporting.Bond classLicense BondCategoryProfessional ServicesBondProfessional Bondsman BondStatutory referenceO.C.G.A. § 17-6-15JurisdictionState
