How Can I Get a Public Adjuster Surety Bond For My License?
A Public Adjuster is someone who is licensed and advocates for a policyholder in appraising and negotiating an insurance claim.
Public Insurance Adjusters in many states are required to secure a Public Adjuster Surety Bond before they can receive licensure and practice in their perspective states. The bond guarantees that the adjuster will conduct business honestly while complying with each state's insurance statues.
Many states utilize the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR) to process licenses requests for resident and non-resident public adjusters as well as other insurance agent licensing.
State Surety Bond Requirements:
| State | Bond | Bond Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | Public Adjuster Bond | $20,000 |
| Florida | Public Adjuster Bond | $50,000 |
| Georgia | Public Adjuster Bond | $5,000 |
| Hawaii | Public Adjuster Bond | $10,000 |
| Idaho | Public Adjuster Bond | $20,000 |
| Illinois | Public Adjuster Bond | $20,000 |
| Indiana | Non-Resident Public Adjuster Bond | $10,000 |
| Iowa | Public Adjuster Bond | $20,000 |
| Kentucky | Public Adjuster Bond | $20,000 |
| Louisiana | Public Adjuster Bond | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | Public Adjuster Bond | $10,000 |
| Mississippi | Public Adjuster Bond | $50,000 |
| Missouri | Public Adjuster Firm Corporate Surety Bond | $10,000 |
| Montana | Public Adjuster Bond | $5,000 |
| Nebraska | Public Adjuster Bond | $20,000 |
| New Hampshire | Public Adjuster Bond | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | Public Adjuster Bond | $10,000 |
| New Mexico | Independent Adjuster Surety Bond | $10,000 |
| New York | Public Adjuster Bond | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | Public Adjuster Bond | $20,000 |
| Ohio | Public Insurance Adjuster Bond | $1,000 |
| Oklahoma | Public Adjuster Bond | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | Public Adjuster Bond | $20,000 |
| Puerto Rico | Public Adjuster Bond | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | Public Adjuster Bond | $50,000 |
| Texas | Public Insurance Adjuster Bond | $10,000 |
| Virginia | Public Adjuster Bond | $50,000 |
| Washington | Public Adjuster Bond | $5,000 |
How Much Will a Public Adjuster Bond Cost?
The premium that you pay for a Public Adjuster Surety Bond is dependent on credit and the bond amount required for the state of application. Our rates start at $100 or .75% of the bond amount, whichever is larger, with good credit.
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More Surety Bond Questions?
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