You sell the state's licenses. The bond guarantees the proceeds.
A bond for selling state hunting and fishing licenses
Retailers and agents authorized to sell hunting and fishing licenses for a state wildlife or natural-resources agency are often required to post a bond. It guarantees that you will remit the license fees you collect to the agency and account for the licenses properly. The agency can recover against the bond if you don't.
What a hunting and fishing license agent bond guarantees
The bond protects the state wildlife agency — guaranteeing you'll remit license-fee proceeds and account for the licenses or tags issued. If the surety pays a valid claim, you reimburse it in full. It's a financial guarantee to the state, not insurance for your business.
How much a hunting and fishing license agent bond costs
The bond amount is set by the licensing authority. The premium you pay is a small percentage of that amount — typically around 1%–3% for applicants with reasonable credit, more for weaker credit — so a modest bond often costs a few hundred dollars a year. We market it to multiple surety companies to get you the best rate.
Requirements vary by state
The required amount is set by each state's wildlife agency and is often modest, scaling with your expected sales volume. We confirm the amount and filing your state requires before quoting.
Hunting & Fishing License Agent Bond requirements by state
The required amount and authority differ by state — and sometimes by city or county. We are licensed in all 50 states; request a quote and we will confirm the exact requirement that applies to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a hunting and fishing license agent bond cover?
It covers the state agency's loss if an agent fails to remit license-fee proceeds or account for licenses. You reimburse the surety for any claim paid.
Who needs this bond?
Retailers and vendors authorized to sell state hunting and fishing licenses, where the wildlife agency requires bonding. Amounts vary by state and sales volume.
How much does it cost?
Because the required amount is usually small, the premium is often a low flat fee for applicants with reasonable credit.
How do I get a hunting & fishing license agent bond through Cory Washington & Co.?
Request a quote or contact our team. We confirm your exact requirement, market your bond across multiple surety companies that compete for it, and handle the filing. Cory Washington & Co. LLC is licensed in all 50 states.
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