Any person who transacts business as a telephone solicitor in the District of Columbia. Required when: Application for a certificate of registration or renewal as a telephone solicitor. Exemptions: Exemptions include solicitations for religious or political purposes, charitable or educational institutions, fundraising…
Overview
What it is.
Any person who transacts business as a telephone solicitor in the District of Columbia. Required when: Application for a certificate of registration or renewal as a telephone solicitor. Exemptions: Exemptions include solicitations for religious or political purposes, charitable or educational institutions, fundraising…
Who usually needs it
Any person who transacts business as a telephone solicitor in the District of Columbia.
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.
StateDCBond amount$50,000Term lengthAnnualObligeeMayor of the District of Columbia (Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection)RenewalThe application for renewal of a certificate of registration must be accompanied by a surety bond in the amount of $50,000.Bond classLicense BondCategoryGovernmentBondSurety bond for telephone solicitorsStatutory referenceD.C. Official Code § 22-3226.03JurisdictionState
