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Miscellaneous Commercial

Security Bond

Licensed cigarette wholesalers who wish to purchase District of Columbia cigarette tax stamps on credit. Required when: Applying to purchase cigarette tax stamps on a credit plan rather than paying cash at the time of purchase. Exemptions: Wholesalers who pay for cigarette tax stamps in full by cash or immediate payme…

Overview

What it is.

Licensed cigarette wholesalers who wish to purchase District of Columbia cigarette tax stamps on credit. Required when: Applying to purchase cigarette tax stamps on a credit plan rather than paying cash at the time of purchase. Exemptions: Wholesalers who pay for cigarette tax stamps in full by cash or immediate payme…

Who usually needs it

Licensed cigarette wholesalers who wish to purchase District of Columbia cigarette tax stamps on credit.

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

Miscellaneous commercial bonds cover a wide range of business obligations not fitting other categories. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger 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. Pricing varies by specific bond type and requirements. Some miscellaneous bonds may price higher depending o…

Typical timeframe

Credit-based approval — varies by bond type

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.

StateDC
Bond amountThe bond amount is determined by the Office of Tax and Revenue based on the cre…
Term lengthContinuous
ObligeeDistrict of Columbia Office of Tax and Revenue
RenewalThe bond must be maintained as long as the wholesaler purchases stamps on credit. The amount may be required to be increased if tax rates increase or if the wholesaler's credit limit is raised.
Bond classMiscellaneous Commercial
CategoryRetail & Sales
BondSecurity Bond
Statutory referenceD.C. Code § 47-2402(c)
JurisdictionState
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