Owners or operators of public warehouses in Alabama who store goods like cotton or other valuable articles (whether for compensation or not) and issue receipts for stored items must obtain this bond to receive a Public Warehouseman's Permit. This applies to non-agricultural public warehouses as well as federal or public warehouses under state oversight.
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.
StateALBond amountVaries by license type or projectObligeeState of AlabamaBond classLicense BondCategoryOtherBondState of Alabama - Warehouseman's BondPlain descriptionPublic Warehouses - All OtherWho needs this bondOwners or operators of public warehouses in Alabama who store goods like cotton or other valuable articles (whether for compensation or not) and issue receipts for stored items must obtain this bond to receive a Public …
