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License Bond

Vehicle Dealer Bond

Any person applying for a license as a new motor vehicle dealer, used motor vehicle dealer, or public consignment auction dealer in Arizona. Required when: Nonpayment by the dealer of a customer's prepaid title, registration, or other related fees or taxes; or failure by the dealer to deliver a valid certificate of ti…

Overview

What it is.

Any person applying for a license as a new motor vehicle dealer, used motor vehicle dealer, or public consignment auction dealer in Arizona. Required when: Nonpayment by the dealer of a customer's prepaid title, registration, or other related fees or taxes; or failure by the dealer to deliver a valid certificate of ti…

Who usually needs it

Any person applying for a license as a new motor vehicle dealer, used motor vehicle dealer, or public consignment auction dealer in Arizona.

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.

  1. Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
  2. Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
  3. Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
  4. Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
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Details

Bond details.

StateAZ
Bond amount$100,000
Term lengthContinuous
ObligeeArizona Department of Transportation, Motor Vehicle Division
RenewalThe bond remains in effect until cancelled. It does not have an expiration date, but the licensee must pay annual premiums to the surety company to keep it active. The surety may cancel the bond by giving 60 days' writt…
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryMotor Vehicle
BondVehicle Dealer Bond
Statutory referenceA.R.S. § 28-4362
JurisdictionState
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