California Surety Bonds

Generic filters

Filter by Bond States

Looking for a Surety Bond? We have thousands of bonds instantly available.

Instantly Purchase California Surety Bonds

Get your executed bond emailed to you within minutes if you qualify. It’s that simple!

Common Surety Bonds in California

These are the more common bonds in your state. For a list of all of your state’s bonds and federal bonds available click the big blue button for more! If it’s not listed, contact us and we’ll add it.

California Notary $15,000 with $15,000 E&0

Required by notaries it protects the public against financial loss

California Underwritten Title Company $100,000

Required by title companies that engage in escrow business or act as escrow agents

California Contractor License Bond ($15,000)

Licensing bond required by the CSLB to operate a contracting business

California Residential Mortgage Lender and Servicer $50,000

Required by the Dept of Business Oversight of residential mortgage lenders and servicers

California LLC Employee - Worker Bond ($100,000)

Protect workers from any issues concerning pay and benefits

click here for more

California Instant Surety Bonds

Airline Reporting Corporation (ARC)

Airline Reporting Corporation (ARC) Bond

Arch – Discharge Mechanics Lien Bond

Bid Bond Application (Performance Plus)

BLM Oil and Gas or Geothermal Lease – Single Well

BLM Oil and Gas or Geothermal Lease Bond

BMC-84 Freight Forwarder Broker ($75,000) – NW

BMC-84 Freight Forwarder Broker Bond ($75,000) – NW

CA – Cultivation Cannabis License Bond ($5,000)

CA – Distributor and Retailer Cannabis License Bond ($5,000)

CA – Electrical Industry Service Bureau (EISB) Fringe Benefits

CA – Finance Lending, Brokering , or Administering a PACE Program License – NMLS

CA – Finance Lending, Brokering , or Administering a PACE Program License Bond – NMLS

CA – Manufacturing Cannabis License Bond ($5,000)

CA – Microbusiness Cannabis License Bond ($5,000)

CA – Testing Laboratory Cannabis License Bond ($5,000)

CA District Council of Iron Workers Fringe Benefits Bond $25,000

Calabasas, CA – Mobile Car Washing License ($10,000)

Calaveras County, CA – Commercial Cannabis Permit ($5,000) – Lex

Calaveras County, CA – Commercial Cannabis Permit ($5,000) – Skyward

Calaveras County, CA – Commercial Cannabis Permit Bond ($5,000)

California – $15,000 Notary bond with E&O Coverage of $15,000 – (MAIL)

California – $15,000 Notary bond with E&O Coverage of $30,000 – (MAIL)

California – $15,000 Notary bond without E&O Coverage – (MAIL)

California – Adoption Facilitator ($25,000)

California – Aircraft Jet Fuel Dealer

California – Alcoholic Beverage Tax

California – Athlete Agent ($100,000)

California – Auction Company ($20,000)

California – Auctioneer ($20,000)

California – Auto Information Services ($50,000)

California – Bail Agent ($1,000)

California – Bail Permittee ($5,000)

California – Bail Solicitor ($1,000)

California – Broker of Construction Trucking Services

California – Business Partner Automation (DMV) ($1,000,000)

California – Business Partner Automation (DMV) ($650,000)

California – Car Wash ($150,000)

California – Cargo Shipper’s Agent ($10,000)

California – Cemetery Brokers ($10,000)

California – Check Sellers, Bill Payers and Proraters

California – Cigarette and Tobacco Products Tax

California – Commercial Fundraiser for Charitable Purposes ($25,000)

California – Commercial Requester Account ($50,000)

California – Contractor License ($15,000)

California – Contractors Disciplinary

California – Credit Service Organization ($100,000)

California – Cultivation Cannabis License Bond ($5,000) – Lex

California – Cultivation Cannabis License Bond ($5,000) – Skyward

California – Dance Studio ($25,000)

California – Debt Collection – NMLS

California – Deferred Deposit Transaction Law License

California – Discount Buying Organization ($2,500,000)

California – Discount Buying Organization ($20,000)

California – Discount Buying Organization ($250,000)

California – Distributor and Retailer Cannabis License ($5,000) – Lex

California – Distributor and Retailer Cannabis License ($5,000) – Skyward

California – Driving School Owner or All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Training Organization ($10,000)

California – Dry Cleaner ($5,000)

California – Electric Service Provider ($25,000)

California – Employment Agency ($3,000)

California – Employment Counseling Service ($10,000)

California – Escrow Agent (For Fidelity Bond Deductible)

California – Escrow Depository Assessment Security

California – Farm Labor Contractor

California – Farm Products Processors Law

California – Fee-Related Talent Service ($50,000)

California – Finance Lender and Broker ($50,000)

California – Financing Law license – ($25,000 NMLS)

California – Foreign Vehicle Ownership

California – Franchise Investment

California – Fruit and Vegetable Inspection Fees

California – Garment Manufacturer

California – Guarantee Toll Charges

California – Guide License ($1,000)

California – Handler of Farm Products Produce Dealers Act

California – Health Facility Patient Trust Fund

California – Home Care Organization Employee Dishonesty License $10,000

California – Immigration Consultant ($100,000)

California – Insurance Adjuster ($2,000)

California – Insurance Adjuster Public ($20,000)

California – Insurance Broker ($10,000)

California – International Registration Plan IRP Bonded Web User ($50,000)

California – Invention Developer

California – Job Listing Service ($10,000)

California – Legal Document Assistant ($100,000)

California – Legal Document Assistant ($25,000)

California – Legal Document Assistant ($50,000)

California – Lumber Liquidators Inc Installation Provider

California – Manufacturing Cannabis License Bond ($5,000) – Lex

California – Manufacturing Cannabis License Bond ($5,000)- Skyward

California – MEMO Financial Services, Inc dba MEMO MEMO Money Order

California – Microbusiness Cannabis License ($5,000) – Lex

California – Microbusiness Cannabis License ($5,000) – Skyward

California – Milk Handler ($10,000)

California – Milk Handler ($15,000)

California – Milk Handler ($20,000)

California – Milk Handler ($5,000)

California – Mobile Home, Commercial Coach, Truck Camper or Floating Home

California – Money Transmitter

California – Motor Club ($100,000)

California – Motor Transportation Broker ($15,000)

California – Motor Vehicle Dealer ($50,000)

California – Motor Vehicle Dealer ($50,000)-Shepherd

California – Motor Vehicle Fuel Broker

California – Motor Vehicle Lessor-Retailer ($50,000)

California – Motor Vehicle Ownership – Lost Title

California – Motor Vehicle Verifier ($5,000)

California – Motor Vehicle Verifier $5,000

California – Motorcycle, All-Terrain, Wholesale Only Dealer ($10,000)

California – Nonprofit Community Service Organization

California – Nurses Registry ($3,000)

California – Oil and Gas Well Bond

California – Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PGE) Utility Deposit

California – Pest Control Business Licensees

California – Pest Control Company Registration ($12,500)

California – Prepaid Rental Listing Service (PRLS) ($10,000)

California – Prescription Drug Wholesaler or Nonresident Wholesaler ($100,000)

California – Prescription Drug Wholesaler or Nonresident Wholesaler ($25,000)

California – Process Server ($2,000)

California – Professional Club and Promoter

California – Professional Photocopier ($5,000)

California – Qualifying Individual ($12,500)

California – Residential Mortgage Lender ($100,000) – NMLS

California – Residential Mortgage Lender ($200,000) – NMLS

California – Residential Mortgage Lender ($50,000) – NMLS

California – Resilient Floor and Decorative Covering Local Union #1247 Wage and Welfare ($5,000)

California – Screen Actors Guild Talent Agency ($10,000)

California – Shipping Point Inspection Program

California – Southwest Gas Corporation Utility Deposit

California – Special Lines Surplus Broker ($10,000)

California – Special Lines Surplus Broker $10,000

California – Subhaulers, Sub-Subhaulers and Lessor-Employees ($15,000)

California – Surplus Lines Broker ($50,000)

California – Surplus Lines Broker $50,000

California – Talent Agency ($50,000)

California – Tax Preparer ($5,000)

California – Telephone Corporation ($25,000)

California – Telephonic Seller ($100,000)

California – Testing Laboratory Cannabis License ($5,000) – Lex

California – Testing Laboratory Cannabis License ($5,000) – Skyward

California – Third Party Logistics Provider ($25,000)

California – Third Party Logistics Provider ($90,000)

California – Tobacco Manufacturer and Importer

California – Traffic Violator School (TVS) Owner – Home Study or Internet ($15,000)

California – Traffic Violator School (TVS) Owner ($2,000)

California – TRO/Temporary Restraining Order

California – Underwritten Title Company ($100,000)

California – Underwritten Title Company ($50,000)

California – Undocumented Vessel

California – Union Oil Company dba Unocal Utility Deposit

California – Unlawful Detainer Assistant ($25,000)

California – Vehicle Registration Service ($25,000)

California – Voluntary Unemployment Plan Guarantee

California – Waste Collectors Performance

California – Waste Tire Facility

California – Waste Tire Hauler ($10,000)

California Adoption Facilitator $25,000

California Aircraft Jet Fuel Dealer

California Alcoholic Beverage Tax

California Auction Company ($20,000)

California Auctioneer ($20,000)

California Auto Information Services ($50,000)

California Bail Bond Agent ($1,000)

California Bail Bond Permittee ($5,000)

California Bail Bond Solicitor ($1,000)

California Blanket Oil and Gas Well Bond

California Broker of Construction Trucking Services

California Business Partner Automation (DMV) $1,000,000

California Business Partner Automation (DMV) $650,000

California Car Wash ($150,000)

California Cargo Shipper’s Agent ($10,000)

California Cemetery Brokers ($10,000)

California Check Sellers, Bill Payers and Proraters

California Cigarette and Tobacco Products Tax

California Commercial Fundraiser for Charitable Purposes ($25,000)

California Commercial Requester Account ($50,000)

California Contractor License Bond ($15,000)

California Contractors Disciplinary Bond

California Credit Service Organization ($100,000)

California Dance Studio ($25,000)

California Debt Collection Bond – NMLS

California Deferred Deposit Transaction Law License

California Discount Buying Organization ($2,500,000)

California Discount Buying Organization ($20,000)

California Discount Buying Organization ($250,000)

California Driving School Owner or All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Training Organization ($10,000)

California Dry Cleaner Bond ($5,000)

California Electric Service Provider $25,000

California Employment Agency $3,000

California Employment Counseling Service Bond ($10,000)

California Escrow Agent (For Fidelity Bond Deductible)

California Farm Labor Contractor Bond

California Farm Products Processors Law

California Fee-Related Talent Service $50,000

California Finance Lender and Broker $50,000

California Financing Law license – $25,000 NMLS

California Foreign Vehicle Ownership

California Franchise Investment

California Garment Manufacturer

California Guarantee Toll Charges

California Guide License $1,000

California Handler of Farm Products Produce Dealers Act

California Health Facility Patient Trust Fund

California Home Care Organization Employee Dishonesty License $10,000

California Immigration Consultant $100,000

California Installation Made Easy Inc (IME) IME Affiliate

California Insurance Adjuster ($2,000)

California Insurance Adjuster- Public ($20,000)

California International Registration Plan IRP Bonded Web User $50,000

California Invention Developer

California Job Listing Service $10,000

California Legal Document Assistant $100,000

California Legal Document Assistant $25,000

California Legal Document Assistant $50,000

California LLC Employee – Worker ($100,000)

California LLC Employee – Worker Bond ($100,000)

California Lumber Liquidators Inc Installation Provider

California MEMO Financial Services, Inc dba MEMO MEMO Money Order

California Milk Handler $10,000

California Milk Handler $15,000

California Milk Handler $20,000

California Milk Handler $5,000

California Mobile Home, Commercial Coach, Truck Camper or Floating Home

California Motor Club $100,000

California Motor Transportation Broker $15,000

California Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond ($50,000)

California Motor Vehicle Fuel Broker

California Motor Vehicle Fuel Distributor

California Motor Vehicle Lessor-Retailer $50,000

California Motor Vehicle Ownership – Lost Title

California Nonprofit Community Service Organization

California Notary $15,000 with $15,000 E&0

California Notary $15,000 without EO

California Nurses Registry $3,000

California of Qualifying Individual Bond ($12,500)

California Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PGE) Utility Deposit

California Pawnbroker ($20,000)

California Pawnbroker Bond ($20,000)

California Pest Control Business Licensees

California Pest Control Company Registration ($12,500)

California Prepaid Rental Listing Service (PRLS) ($10,000)

California Prescription Drug Wholesaler or Nonresident Wholesaler $100,000

California Prescription Drug Wholesaler or Nonresident Wholesaler $25,000

California Process Server Bond $2,000

California Professional Club and Promoter

California Professional Photocopier $5,000

California Public Utilities Commission – Video Franchise Agreement

California Residential Mortgage Lender and Servicer $50,000

California Resilient Floor and Decorative Covering Local Union #1247 Wage and Welfare $5,000

California Screen Actors Guild Talent Agency $10,000

California Shipping Point Inspection Program

California Southwest Gas Corporation Utility Deposit

California Subhaulers, Sub-Subhaulers and Lessor-Employees $15,000

California Talent Agency $50,000

California Tax Preparer $5,000

California Telephone Corporation $25,000

California Telephonic Seller $100,000

California Third Party Logistics Provider $25,000

California Third Party Logistics Provider $90,000

California Tobacco Manufacturer and Importer

California Traffic Violator School (TVS) Owner – Home Study or Internet $15,000

California Traffic Violator School (TVS) Owner $2,000

California Underwritten Title Company $100,000

California Underwritten Title Company $50,000

California Undocumented Vessel

California Union Oil Company dba Unocal Utility Deposit

California Unlawful Detainer Assistant $25,000

California Vehicle Registration Service $25,000

California Voluntary Unemployment Plan Guarantee

California Waste Collectors Performance

California Waste Tire Facility

California Waste Tire Hauler $10,000

Chico, CA – House-to-House Peddling and Soliciting Permit ($1,000)

City of Bellflower, California – License and Permit

City of Beverly Hills, CA – Grading Permit

City of Chico, CA – House-to-House Peddling and Soliciting Permit ($1,000)

City of Chino Hills, CA – Grading Permit

City of El Centro, CA – Tower / Structural / Antenna / Equipment Removal

City of Fresno, CA – Streetwork and Excavation

City of Fresno, CA – Streetwork and Excavation Bond

City of Lake Forest, CA – Grading Permit

City of Los Angeles, CA – Excavation Lateral Support Permit

City of Los Angeles, CA – Oil Well Bond

City of Los Angeles, CA – Private Patrol Service ($15,000)

City of National City, CA – Street Improvements

City of Petaluma, CA – Encroachment Permit

City of San Francisco, CA – Excavation Permit ($25,000)

City of San Francisco, CA – Parking Tax Collection

City of San Jose, CA – Encroachment Permit

City of San Pablo, CA – Encroachment Permit

City of Saratoga, CA – Tree Preservation

City of West Sacramento, CA – Encroachment Permit

Contra Costa County, CA – Bond Against Taxes

Contra Costa, CA – Well Driller Performance ($5,000)

Contra Costa, CA – Well Driller Performance $5,000

Contractor Prequalification (Performance Plus)

County of Del Norte, CA – Commercial Cannabis Licensee – Lex

County of Del Norte, CA – Commercial Cannabis Licensee – Skyward

County of Del Norte, CA – Commercial Cannabis Licensee Bond

Del Norte County, CA – Building Permit Performance Bond

Distilled Spirits – Alcohol Fuel Producer

Distilled Spirits – Operations (Adjacent Wine Cellar)

Distilled Spirits – Operations (Area)

Distilled Spirits – Operations (one plant)

Distilled Spirits – Withdrawal

Distilled Spirits Bond-Alcohol Fuel Producer Bond

Distilled Spirits Bond-Operations Bond (Adjacent Wine Cellar Bond)

Distilled Spirits Bond-Operations Bond (Area Bond)

Distilled Spirits Bond-Operations Bond (one plant)

Distilled Spirits Bond-Unit Bond

Distilled Spirits Bond-Withdrawal Bond

District Council of Iron Workers, CA – Fringe Benefits ($25,000)

Downey, CA – Construction and Demolition Waste Management Plan Faithful Performance

Employee Dishonesty and Fidelity Policy (for Volunteers and amounts over $100,000) – NOT ERISA

Express Scripts – Miscellaneous Indemnity

Express Scripts – Miscellaneous Indemnity Bond

Fast Pass Performance & Payment Application (Performance Plus)

Fast Pass Performance & Payment Application (Performance Plus) – Commercial Contract

Fast Pass Performance & Payment Bond Application (Performance Plus)

Fast Pass Site Improvement Application

Federal – Gate Attendant Volunteer in Parks ($5,000)

Federal Brewer’s – Pilot Brewing Plant

Federal Livestock Market Agencies, Dealers, and Packers (BUYS on commission or as a dealer)

Federal Livestock Market Agencies, Dealers, and Packers (SELLS on commission)

Generic Financial Guarantee Application

Glendale, CA – Faithful Performance – Grading Permit

H-2A Farm Labor Contractor Bond

Harkins Subcontractor Bond Application

IBEW Local 302 Fringe Benefits Bond

IBEW Local 340 Fringe Benefits Bond

IBEW Local 595 Fringe Benefits Bond

Indiana Orphan Well Program Prequalification

Injunction/TRO Bond Application

Installation Made Easy Inc (IME) IME Affiliate

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services ($10,000) – 5 or less employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services ($10,000) – 6 or more employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services ($100,000) – 6 or more employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services ($2,500) – 5 or less employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services ($2,500) – 6 or more employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services ($25,000) – 5 or less employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services ($25,000) – 6 or more employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services ($5,000) – 5 or less employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services ($5,000) – 6 or more employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services ($50,000) – 5 or less employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services $10,000 – 5 or less employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services $10,000 – 6 or more employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services $100,000 – 5 or less employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services $100,000 – 6 or more employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services $2,500 – 5 or less employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services $2,500 – 6 or more employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services $25,000 – 5 or less employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services $25,000 – 6 or more employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services $5,000 – 5 or less employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services $5,000 – 6 or more employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services $50,000 – 5 or less employees

Janitorial, Dishonesty, Business Services $50,000 – 6 or more employees

Kentucky Orphan Well Program Prequalification

Labor Union – NALC – $10,000 Coverage

Labor Union – NALC – $100,000 Coverage

Labor Union – NALC – $12,500 Coverage

Labor Union – NALC – $15,000 Coverage

Labor Union – NALC – $20,000 Coverage

Labor Union – NALC – $25,000 Coverage

Labor Union – NALC – $30,000 Coverage

Labor Union – NALC – $40,000 Coverage

Labor Union – NALC – $50,000 Coverage

Labor Union – NALC – $75,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $10,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $100,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $12,500 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $125,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $15,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $150,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $20,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $200,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $25,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $250,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $30,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $300,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $350,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $40,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $400,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $450,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $50,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $500,000 Coverage

Labor Union Bond – NALC – $75,000 Coverage

Local Union 393 – Health and Welfare/Benefits

Local Union No. 38 Plumbing and Pipe Fitting – Wage & Fringe Benefits

Los Angeles County Sanitation District No. 2 Bond

Los Angeles Water & Power – Utility Deposit

Lost Instrument Bond – CLOSED Penalty

Lost Instrument Bond – OPEN Penalty

Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Recapture Surety

Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Recapture Surety Bond

Maryland – Trustees, Mortgagees, Attorneys and Foreclosure

Maryland Trustees, Mortgagees, Attorneys and Foreclosure Bond

Napa County, CA – Sewer Contractor

Napa County, CA-Sewer Contractor Bond

NY – Bond to Discharge Mechanic’s Lien

Oakland, CA – Demolition of Buildings or Structures

Oakland, CA-Demolition of Buildings or Structures

Oakland, CA-Grading and Erosion Control Performance Bond

Oceanside, CA-Grading Permit New

Pacific Gas and Electric – Utility Deposit

Porterville, CA – Encroachment Contractor

PrePass – Help Inc Financial Guarantee

Propeller Credit Authorization

Redwood Empire Electrical Workers Fringe Benefits Bond

Sacramento, CA – Somatic Practitioners Establishment (Massage) ($100,000)

Sacramento, CA – Somatic Practitioners Establishment (Massage) $100,000

San Bernadino, CA – Temporary Use Permit Bond

San Bernardino, CA – Disposal Fees Guarantee of Payment

San Buenaventura, CA – Short Term Vacation Rentals Ordinance ($1,500)

San Buenaventura, CA – Short Term Vacation Rentals Ordinance $1,500

San Diego County, California – Well Contractor ($2,500)

San Diego County, California – Well Contractor $2,500

San Diego Gas & Electric Company (SDGE) Utility Deposit

San Diego Gas & Electric Company (SDGE) Utility Deposit Bond

San Joaquin, CA – Service License Tax

San Joaquin, CA – Service License Tax Bond

San Luis Obispo County, CA – Brine Disposal

San Luis Obispo County, CA – Water Well Driller

Sausalito, CA – Grading Permit

SDDC DOD Military Freight Management ( up to $100,000)

Selma, CA – Encorachment Permit

Southern California – Edison Utility Deposit

Southern California Edison Utility Deposit Bond

Southway Builders, Inc. Subcontractor Bond Application

Suppliers of Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthontics and Supplies Medicare (DMEPOS)

Tehama County , CA – Well Driller $5,000

Tehama County, CA – Well Driller ($5,000)

Timber Sale Contracts – Payment – USDA Forest Service

Timber Sale Contracts – Payment Bond – USDA Forest Service

Tulare County, CA – Encroachment Permit

U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service Reclamation Performance (National Forest)

US Department of the Interior – Bureau of Indian Affairs – Lease Bond

USDA – Fidelity Bond for Loan Closing Attorneys

USDA – Food and Nutrition Service

Ventura County, CA – Road Encroachment Permit ($1,000)

Ventura County, CA – Road Encroachment Permit $1,000

Veterans Administration Custodian Fiduciary Bond

zzBMC-84 – Broker Bond ($75,000) – LEX

zzFast Pass Performance & Payment Bond Application (Performance Plus)-ARCH

zzFast Pass Site Improvement Application (UCS)

zzFastPassPerformance&PaymentBondApplication (Nationwide)

zzFastPassSiteImprovementApplicationLexington

zzProbateBondApplicationUSFire

zzUCS-Fast Pass Payment and Performance Bond Application

How to Get a Surety Bond in California

Your Guide to Surety Bonds in California

Surety bonds in CA are as common as the sun shining the next day. With some of the more stringent surety requirements in the US, the most common bonds required to conduct business include those for contractors, auto dealerships, notaries, immigrant consultants, freight brokers, and cannabis operators. Mortgage brokers, insurance brokers, and talent agencies also need to equip themselves with a surety bond ensuring compliance with municipal and state regulations before they can work on behalf of their clients. When required, CA surety bonds are tied to a performance obligation. The obligation can take various forms whether that be the completion of a construction contract, advance payment to a contractor, or payment guarantees to subcontractors. For construction projects, California contractor bonds are often required by law to protect the interests of the public, consumers, and the company itself. Surety bonds provide assurance the project will be completed on time, of agreed specification, and under the conditions laid out in the contract. Surety bonds in California are often required to ensure professional obligations as well. There are numerous nonconstruction or payment-related performance obligations that revolve around licensing, permitting and probate. At Simpli Surety, we are your hassle-free, cost-friendly direct surety bond CA provider. No drawn-out quote process, our instant issue platform has surety bonds delivered to your inbox in minutes!

What is a surety bond? How does a surety bond work?

It’s a type of contract that safeguards another party from financial loss. In the case of surety bonds, there are three parties:

Principal (the person or business which needs to secure their liability)
Surety (a third party, often an insurance company, who agrees to assume responsibility for the debt and acts as guarantor)
Obligee (the person or business for whom the surety bond is being issued)

To issue a CA surety bond, both parties agree to the terms and conditions of a contract that carries an obligation to perform. These are usually written into an agreement that ensures compliance with state laws regarding surety bonds in California. The details covered include:

1) Principal’s ability to perform a service and or repay a debt if necessary 2) Surety’s obligation should they become financially liable because the Principal fails to meet their obligations under the contract

The important thing about surety bonds is that all Principals and the approved Surety insurance company in California act as guarantors; however, the Surety will be responsible for payment due to defaults on contractual agreements under the bond. The bond allows the surety company to seek repayment from the Principal if a claim is valid.

What is a surety bond used for?

Whats a surety bond you ask? Well, it guarantees an agreement between three parties by securing the obligation in that it is used to: – To secure performance on contracts; – Guarantee compliance with contract specifications and standards; – A warranty against defective products; – Secure licensed professionals such as mortgage brokers

When do you need a surety bond?

Surety bonds are a form of performance security or financial guarantee issued by an insurance company. They are required for a variety of financial transactions, from government procurements to import and export. In the United States, bonds have been used since 1749 to guarantee that a party will fulfill its obligations under a contract or agreement. California bonds work as an integral part of any business’s success in California – just ask anyone who has ever missed a deadline! Typically a transaction, contract, or professional licensing requirement will indicate if a performance bond, payment bond, contract bond, license and permit bonds, or another type of bond is needed.

What are the most popular surety bonds in CA?

California has many industries that require contract surety bonds, license bonds or permit bonds. The most common type of surety bond California is commercial surety bonds. Commercial business contracts require these kinds of surety bonds to ensure that the client receives their end of a product or service as expected. In addition, some professions such as realtors need this kind of bond before they can practice within California. Professionals who work with children regularly may also be required to get licensed from the state board and post a license fee. This is where a school district employee license & permit bond comes into play – it helps protect the public against faulty goods/services while guaranteeing quality and safety.

What are contract bonds?

A large category of California bond is called contractor bonds, or bonds specific to the construction industry. CA contractor surety bonds are one of the largest markets on the planet! Contractor surety bonds more commonly are performance bonds, bid bonds, and payment bonds. Construction bonds account for approximately 70% of all bonds written in the USA. Required by residential and commercial contractors both big and small, general and across specialty trades. California surety bonding requirements vary by municipality and ensures protection of the public and consumers via performance bonds for public projects and various trade bonds such as the California Contractor License Bond.

Can I get a surety bond online?

Yes. At Simpli Surety, we have 1000’s of instant issue surety bonds available to our clients on-demand at low surety bond rates. Our surety bond experts are here to help.

How much does a Surety Bond cost?

If you are looking for surety bond cost, the good news is that it’s not as expensive as most people think. Across the industry, Surety bond costs can range depending on the type and terms of the bond. The fee is calculated, also called the surety bond premium, as a percent of the total coverage needed or bond amount, usually ranging anywhere from 1% to 3%. For instance, straightforward license and permit bonds tend to fall on the lower end of the spectrum even below 1%. While a more complex performance bond for a large construction project that carries a higher risk and bond amount, therefore, the surety bond cost can range higher between 1.5% to 2.5% on average.

Surety bond costs could be higher or lower depending on your surety company, the type of work you are doing, and other factors. If you need help determining how much a surety bond will cost for your specific situation, use our search to find the instant issue bonds you need, and often the surety bond cost and bond amount are listed on the application.

At Simpli Surety, we have 1000’s of instant issue surety bonds available to our clients on-demand at a low surety bond rate. The application and approval process is completed quickly, so you can get back to your business.

On the rare occasion, your bond application requires additional underwriting, our surety bond agents with over 40 years of experience will step in to help.

How to Obtain a Bond in California

California is known as the golden state for more reasons than its sunny drenched climate. In addition to being a top agricultural producer, it also provides home-grown entertainment with Silicon Valley startups that are revolutionizing our lives through technology. The latter presents itself for newer categories of surety bonds servicing emerging industries related to renewable energy bonds, electronic vehicle bonds and technology performance bonds. As these technologies become more prevalent in society, the state requires oversight to protect the public. Enter the surety bond! The former provides a budding need for cannabis surety bonds or more widely referred to as marijuana surety bonds. The BCC, or California Bureau of Cannabis Control regulates all commercial cannabis related activity requiring any business involved in its production or sale obtain a Marijuana License Bond. Similarly, the MCSB, Manufactured Cannabis Safety Branch, requires a Manufacturing Medical Marijuana Surety Bond and CDFA, California Dept of Food and Agriculture requires a Cannabis Cultivation Bond of farmers. Less revolutionary but forever a mainstay is the Construction industry. As a large and populous state, contracting is big business. Required by residential and commercial contractors both big and small, general and across specialty trades. California’s bonding requirement, mandated by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB), ensures protection of the public and consumers via performance bonds for public projects and the $15,000 California Contractor License Bond. A California Contractors License Bond is a required component to obtaining or renewing a valid contractor’s license. The bond protects consumers of contracting services and the contractor’s employees. Consumers in the event they encounter financial damages stemming from defective construction or other violations of the CSLB’s licensing guidelines. Employees are protected in the event the contractor does not pay wages due. The best surety company in California is us! SimpiSurety has all of these bonds and more CA surety bonds available instantly. Search for your bond and apply online in minutes. Although, whomever you choose, be sure they are a licensed surety bond agency in California that can help you get bonded for the right bond amount. All surety companies are not the same, so choose wisely when choosing your California bonding agent.

Types of Surety Bonds in California - State

In California many industries and professions that require licensing or the proprietor to register their business with a state commission or regulatory body require a surety bond, including:

California Motor Vehicle Dealer Bonds – Californians are no strangers to traffic. Used car, motorcycle and ATV dealers must secure a auto dealer bond as a part of the licensing process to ensure they are capable of and can maintain ethical business standards. Coverage $10,000 to $50,000. Buy Now
California Motor Vehicle Ownership Surety Bond – also referred to as a Defective Title Bond of Certificate of Title Bond, enables a prospective owner to own and legally register the vehicle when legal title to prove ownership is unavailable. Buy Now
California Mortgage Broker Bond – California Finance Lenders Law compliance requires the mortgage brokerages to secure and file this with the Commissioner of Business Oversight of the State of California on behalf of all employed mortgage lending officers. Coverage $25,000 to $200,000 based on origination volume. Buy Now
California Insurance Broker Bonds – a state prerequisite to becoming an insurance broker, it protects clients from fraudulent activity and premium collection while ensuring sensitive financial information remains confidential and under proper use in working with financial institutions. Coverage $2,000 to $20,000 based on type. Buy Now
California Tax Preparer Surety Bonds – or CTEC bond, this holds the tax preparer accountable for upholding ethical business standards protecting clients from financial loss due to poor financial decisions, practice, damages, or failure to comply with state or municipal laws. It assures them and the public of the company’s financial standing in the event of insolvency. Required by the State of California Franchise Tax Board to become a California Registered Tax Preparer. Coverage $2,000. Buy Now
California Talent Agency Bond – a professional licensing related bond, this protects actors, models, producers, writers, athletes, musicians to nearly any professional creative with talent representation. The bond ensures the agency and its representatives uphold ethical standards and professional best practices in working with talent. Coverage $50,000. Buy Now
California Immigration Consultant Bond – this bond ensures consultants uphold professional ethics and standard protecting clients from false statements, unwarranted guarantees, claims of special circumstance or favorable treatment from governmental agencies and any unlawful practice. By posting this bond consultants pledge to practice professionally in accordance with Chapter 19.5, Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code of the State of California. Coverage $100,000. Buy Now
California Credit Services Organization Bond – for credit repair services, this bond ensures all sums due to an individual or group will be paid, and that damages which result from unlawful acts by the organization, or its employees are paid. It guarantees compliance with the California Credit Services Act of 1984. Coverage $100,000. Buy Now
California Notary Bond – pledgers a notary will perform his or her duties required by the state in accordance with ethical standards and in compliance with state laws. The bond ensures client protection and credibility to the notary. Coverage $15,000 + E&O Buy Now

For all California Surety Bonds and Federal Bonds, use the search atop this page or Click for More Bonds below.

Types of Surety Bonds in California - Federal

Freight Broker Bonds – often referred to as BMC-84 bonds, are a Federal as opposed to state mandate made by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Commission to conduct business as transportation brokers. Coverage to $75,000. Buy Now
Durable Medical Equipment Provider Bonds – often referred to as DMEPOS bonds are required of suppliers of prosthetics, orthotics, and durable medical equipment. A federal mandate per the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to mitigate Medicate billing fraud. Min bond requirement of $50,000 per National Provider Identifier needing Medicate billing authorization. Buy Now
Performance Bonds – this bond covers general performance obligations related to a contract but most often ensures the satisfactory completion of performance by a contractor. The bond penalty is tied to contract value and can be mandated at federal, state, or municipal levels. Buy Now
Bid Bonds – a construction bond that protects the developer or project owner of a construction project during the bidding process. It guarantees them that if the bidder can or will not honor the terms of the bid, the owner will be compensated. Bid bonds are commonly required on projects that also involve performance bids and payment bonds. Buy Now
Payment Bonds – these surety bonds are often paired with performance bonds ensuring prompt payment to suppliers and subcontractors on the project. This signals to the owner, supplier, and sub that the contractor will be compliant in working with them to completion and paying on time. Buy Now

For all Federal and California Surety Bonds, use the search atop this page or Click for More Bonds below.

Surety Bond FAQ

What is a surety bond?

A surety bond is an agreement between 3 parties, the principal applying for the bond, the Obligee who benefits from the bond and the Surety, the provider of the bond. A licensed surety agency like Simpli Surety is required to act on behalf of the 3 parties to facilitate the bond issuance.

The bond itself ensures the principal will carry out its obligations to the Obligee that acquires their services, in accordance with the conditions of a contract.

The surety company steps in to financially back the Obligee in the event the principal defaults, violates terms or fails to fulfill its obligation. If the surety pays a claim, it seeks reimbursement from the principal.

How do I get a bond?

At Simpli Surety, we’ve taken the sometimes antiquated surety bonding process and made it…well…simple. What takes many brokers and online agencies days, we’ve automated to get your bond fast. From search to submission to getting a bond in your inbox in less time than finishing a cup of coffee.

1) Use our Search tool to find your bond.
2) Enter the key information and click submit.
3) A decision is rendered within minutes.
If approved, you’ll be sent a payment link and documents to sign electronically. If not approved, our underwriters will alert you of next steps. Sometimes we just need a few more pieces of info to complete the analysis but in most cases, its automated and effortless.
Your bonds are emailed to your and the Obligee. It’s that fast…and simple.

Why Simpli Surety?

Simpli Surety is a licensed surety bond agency. Our bond professionals have been in the industry for over 40 years. Most online surety bond agencies only provide a quote range, then needing to shop various surety carriers for the bond. This makes the surety bonding process longer and tedious.

Simpli Surety requires basic underwriting information and as soon as you click submit, in most cases we render a decision right away. If approved, simply purchase with a credit card and you’ll have your bond emailed to you and the obligee (beneficiary or regulatory authority) in minutes.

Our instant issue rates are the most competitive in the business. And for more complex bonding situations, our experts will step in and provide a bespoke solution.

—

Click here for our information center to learn more, or link to more FAQs.

Learn More About State Bonds

How to Get a Surety Bond

The Fastest Way to Get Surety Bonds Online

Our surety and technology experts ensure you get the best surety bonding experience on the internet. And in the industry!

100% Secure

Safe & Secure. We utilize top level bank encryption to transmit your sensitive information to our A+ rated insurance carriers.

Great Prices

Competitive Rates. Our long lasting carrier relationships ensure we get the best rates, which means best pricing for you.

Fast & Easy

Instant Issuance. We have 1000’s of bonds instantly available to your inbox in minutes.

Need a Surety Bond Agent?

We invite you to contact our specialists at Simpli Surety for special bond arrangements or to discuss your needs in depth. Please complete our webform and we’ll be in touch.