Seller of Travel Surety Bond - Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
This bond is required for businesses in Florida that sell travel services, such as booking flights, hotels, or vacation packages. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services requires this bond to protect customers if the travel seller fails to provide the services they paid for or goes out of business.…
Overview
What it is.
This bond is required for businesses in Florida that sell travel services, such as booking flights, hotels, or vacation packages. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services requires this bond to protect customers if the travel seller fails to provide the services they paid for or goes out of business.…
Who usually needs it
All sellers of travel, including travel agents and travel agencies, who sell travel services (such as booking vacations, tours, or trips) to consumers in Florida must obtain this bond as part of their state registration requirements with FDACS. This applies to businesses with a physical location in Florida or those selling to Florida residents.
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.
StateFLBond amountVaries by license type or projectObligeeFlorida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer ServicesBond classLicense BondCategoryOtherBondSeller of Travel Surety Bond - Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer ServicesPlain descriptionThis bond is required for businesses in Florida that sell travel services, such as booking flights, hotels, or vacation packages. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services requires this bond to protect…Who needs this bondAll sellers of travel, including travel agents and travel agencies, who sell travel services (such as booking vacations, tours, or trips) to consumers in Florida must obtain this bond as part of their state registration…
