Surety Bonds
Bonds that licensing boards, government agencies and project owners require before you can work.
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- 35+
- On the phone and at the counter
- English & Español
What it covers
- License and permit bondsRequired by many California licences and permits before they're issued.
- Contractor bondsContractors' licences and many projects require a bond.
- Other bondsNotary, auto dealer and other bonds — tell us what you've been asked for.
Questions we get asked
What's the difference between a bond and insurance?
A bond guarantees your obligations to someone else, such as the state or a project owner. Insurance protects you.
What do you need to quote a bond?
The bond form or the notice asking for it, the amount, and the name of who requires it.