Sellers engaging in telephone solicitation (including voice calls and, as of September 1, 2025, SMS/text messages) in Texas or to Texas residents. Required when: Prior to engaging in telephone solicitation activities in Texas. Exemptions: Educational institutions, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, publicly traded com…
Overview
What it is.
Sellers engaging in telephone solicitation (including voice calls and, as of September 1, 2025, SMS/text messages) in Texas or to Texas residents. Required when: Prior to engaging in telephone solicitation activities in Texas. Exemptions: Educational institutions, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, publicly traded com…
Who usually needs it
Sellers engaging in telephone solicitation (including voice calls and, as of September 1, 2025, SMS/text messages) in Texas or to Texas 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.
StateTXBond amount$10,000Term lengthAnnualObligeeTexas Secretary of StateRenewalThe registration and bond must be renewed annually by filing a renewal registration statement and paying the $200 filing fee to the Secretary of State.Bond classLicense BondCategoryEducationBondTelephone Solicitation BondStatutory referenceTexas Business and Commerce Code § 302.151JurisdictionState
