Texas Surety Bonds
All Bond Types We Write
From bonded titles to dealer bonds, we're Texas's trusted source for every surety bond your project, business, or vehicle needs.
Certificate of Title Bond
Most PopularBonded Title / Lost Title Bond
A certificate of title surety bond (bonded title) is required by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles when you need to establish vehicle ownership but cannot obtain the original title.
Who Needs This Bond
- Purchased a vehicle from a private party without a title
- Lost, stolen, or damaged vehicle title
- Inherited a vehicle with no paperwork
- Title held by a defunct business or lender
- Title never properly transferred from previous owner
How It Works
- 1Apply online with vehicle information and VIN
- 2Bond amount is set at 1.5× the vehicle's current market value (NADA/KBB)
- 3Bond is issued — typically within 1–3 business days
- 4Submit bond and Form VTR-130 to TxDMV to get bonded title
- 5After 3 years with no claims, title converts to a standard clear title
Auto Dealer Bond
GDN Bond / Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond
Texas requires all licensed motor vehicle dealers to hold a surety bond as part of their General Distinguishing Number (GDN) license. Bond amount is usually $50,000, providing 2 years of surety
Who Needs This Bond
- Independent used car dealers
- Franchised new vehicle dealers
- Wholesale motor vehicle dealers
- Salvage vehicle dealers
- Converters and lessors
How It Works
- 1Submit application with business and license information
- 2Bond amount determined by TxDMV dealer category
- 3Bond issued and filed with TxDMV
- 4Required for new license applications and annual renewals
Notary Public Bond
Fast & EasyTexas Notary Bond
Texas law requires every commissioned Notary Public to obtain a $10,000 surety bond before receiving their commission. This bond protects the public from errors or misconduct. Supplies offered at increased cost (stamp and books)
Who Needs This Bond
- First-time Texas notary public applicants
- Notaries renewing their 4-year commission
- Loan signing agents and mobile notaries
How It Works
- 1Apply online — takes under 3 minutes
- 2$10,000 bond issued immediately
- 3Submit bond with notary application to Texas Secretary of State
- 4Receive your notary commission
Contractor License Bond
General Contractor / Trade Bond
Many Texas municipalities and licensing boards require contractors to be bonded as a condition of licensure. Requirements vary by city, county, and trade.
Who Needs This Bond
- General contractors seeking city or county licenses
- Electricians, plumbers, and HVAC technicians
- Roofers, framers, and specialty tradespeople
- Contractors bidding on public projects
How It Works
- 1Tell us your trade, city/county, and bond amount required
- 2Application completed online in minutes
- 3Bond issued and certificate provided for license application
Lost Instrument Bond
Indemnity Bond / Stop Payment Bond
Required when a financial instrument (check, stock certificate, savings bond, etc.) has been lost or destroyed and you need to obtain a replacement.
Who Needs This Bond
- Lost cashier's check or money order
- Lost stock certificate
- Lost U.S. Savings Bond
- Lost insurance settlement check
How It Works
- 1Provide details of the lost instrument
- 2Bond issued for the full face value of the instrument
- 3Present bond to the issuing institution to obtain replacement
All Other Texas Bonds
Commercial, License & Permit, Court Bonds
We write virtually every type of Texas surety bond — from court bonds and probate bonds to commercial license bonds and permit bonds for any Texas agency.
Who Needs This Bond
- Court-required bonds (executor, guardian, etc.)
- Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) bonds
- Texas Department of Transportation bonds
- Any other state or local bond requirement
How It Works
- 1Tell us what bond you need
- 2We research the requirement and issue a quote
- 3Bond issued and filed with the requiring agency
Don't see your bond?
We write all Texas surety bonds. If you need a bond not listed above, contact us and we'll get you taken care of.
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