How Do I Get a Surety Bond in Alabama?

SuretyGroup.com is licensed to write all Alabama Surety Bonds and can help you get the bond you need. In most cases, our Surety Bond Specialists can get you bonded quickly and easily. We offer low rates, dependable service and can write bonds for almost any bond type.

Why Am I Required to Have a Surety Bond in Alabama?

Surety bonds can often be a requirement when applying for certain business licenses or permits, to ensure financial responsibility. Courts may require surety bonds for issues like handing estates, or the Department of Motor Vehicles may require a surety bond if a vehicle title has been lost.

Who Requires a Surety Bond?

Many Alabama state departments and agencies require a surety bond from those applying for a license or permit. The agencies include: Alabama Gas Corporation, Alabama Power, Athletic Commission, Board of Cosmetology, Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Commission on Higher Education, Community College System, Department of Agriculture & Industries, Department of Finance, Department of Insurance, Department of Labor, Department of Postsecondary Education, Department of Revenue, Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle Division, Manufactured Housing Commission, Medicaid Agency, Mobile Urban Development Department, Office of the Attorney General, Plumbers & Gas Fitters, Real Estate Appraisers Board, Securities Commission, State Banking Department, and the State Board for General Contractors.

In addition to the state, many municipalities, courts and private entities may have a bond requirement for purposes such as administering an estate, bidding on contracts, or replacing a lost document.

How Much Does an Alabama Surety Bond Cost?

Bond amounts in Alabama vary by the type of bond needed and the bond amount required. The premium, or cost that you pay, can depend on many factors including your credit history and length of time in business, and may require personal or business financial statements.

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