Most Popular Bonds in Georgia
- Freight Broker Bond: A $75,000 bond required to become a licensed freight broker through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This bond is the same across all states as it is a federal requirement.
- Auto Dealer Bond: A $35,000 auto dealer bond is required for all businesses or individuals that sell used vehicles in Georgia.
- Contractor License Bond: A $25,000 contractor license bond is required for all residential contractors or general contractors operating in GA.
How Much Does a Georgia Surety Bond Cost?
A Georgia surety bond generally costs 1% - 5% of the total required bond amount. This small percentage is known as a bond rate or bond premium.
The bond rate that an individual or business qualifies for is mainly influenced by their credit score. However, past bonding history, industry experience, assets, and other financials may also be factored in.
Surety Bond Cost Based on Credit Score |
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Surety Bond Name |
Surety Bond Amount |
Over 700 |
Between 600 - 699 |
Below 599 |
Georgia Auto Dealer Bond |
$35,000 |
$350 - $1,050 |
$1,050 - $1,750 |
$1,750 - $3,500 |
Georgia Contractor License Bond |
$25,000 |
$250 - $750 |
$750 - $1,250 |
$1,250 - $2,500 |
Find Your Surety Bond
Georgia (City of Johns Creek, GA) Massage License Bond | CITY OF JOHNS CREEK | Duluth | Apply |
Georgia Athlete Agent Regulatory Commission Bond | Georgia Athletic Regulatory Commission | Macon | Apply |
Georgia Brokers Distilled Spirits Performance and Tax Liability Bond | Department of Revenue | Atlanta | Apply |
Georgia Buying Service License Bond | Governor's Office of Consumer Protection | Atlanta | Apply |
Georgia Charitable Solicitations Act Paid Solicitor Registration Paid Solicitor Bond | Georgia Secretary of State | Atlanta | Apply |
Georgia Cigar and Cigarette Distributors License Bond | Department of Revenue, Alcohol and Tobacco Division | Atlanta | Apply |
How to Get Bonded in Georgia
1. Find Which Bond You Need
The state of Georgia has over 125 different bond requirements. To find out which surety bond you need:
- Contact Your Obligee: Your obligee (the entity or organization requiring you to get bonded) determines which bond you need and the bond amount. Bonding requirements can often be found on the obligee’s website.
- Use Our Search Tool: The Find Your Bond Tool is free, quick, and easy. Plus, once you find your bond, getting a free bond quote only takes a couple of minutes.
- Chat with Our Bonding Experts: Talk to a surety specialist online or over the phone. They can help you determine which Georgia surety bond you need. We recently helped one of our contractor clients in Atlanta sort out which construction bonds he needed for an upcoming project.
2. Apply For Your Surety Bond
Fill out an online bond application or call us at 888-592-6631. To apply for a free quote, you will need basic information such as:
- Bond Name
- Bond Amount
- Contact Information
3. Get a Bond Rate
You will receive a bond rate through email as soon as your application is processed. For most bonds this quote is instant, but certain bond types may take a little longer.
4. Purchase Your Bond
Log in to our website to purchase your bond and fill out the required paperwork.
Once payment is confirmed, you will receive a copy of your bond by email. The original bond will be sent by mail and will then need to be forwarded to the entity requiring the bond (obligee). In some cases, we can directly mail the bond to your obligee.
City-level Bonding Requirements
Choose your city from the list below if you wish to learn more about its bonding requirements. For an overview of all bonds in the state, keep reading.
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Georgia License Info
JW Surety Bonds is fully licensed to underwrite surety bonds in the state of Georgia.
License Number 124014