Third-party debt collectors and credit bureaus operating in Texas must obtain this bond. This includes any business entity that gathers, reports, and disseminates creditworthiness information on another person; solicits debts for collection; or contacts debtors for debt collection purposes.
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$10,000ObligeeState of TexasBond classLicense BondCategoryOtherBondThird-Party Debt Collector BondPlain descriptionThird Party Debt CollectorWho needs this bondThird-party debt collectors and credit bureaus operating in Texas must obtain this bond. This includes any business entity that gathers, reports, and disseminates creditworthiness information on another person; solicits…
