Texas Surety Bonds-- City-by-City Rules, One Source
Correction: Many websites list the Texas auto dealer bond at $25,000. The correct amount is $50,000 per TxDMV under Transportation Code § 503.033. Travel trailer and semitrailer dealers remain at $25,000. Verify at txdmv.gov.
Texas bonds nothing like any other state. There is no statewide contractor license, no single regulatory body for construction, and no uniform bonding framework. Instead, Houston runs one system, Dallas another, San Antonio a third -- each with different bond amounts for different trades. Layer on TDLR trade regulation, TxDMV dealer bonds, Secretary of State filings, Comptroller tax bonds, TABC alcohol bonds, Railroad Commission environmental bonds, and a court system spanning 254 counties, and you need a surety partner that tracks every jurisdiction.
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Eleven Texas citations corrected in this audit
- Auto dealer bond = $50,000 per Transp. Code §503.033 (many competitor pages still list the outdated $25,000 figure from the pre-2019 statute).
- Notary bond = $10,000 under SB 693 (2017), up from the old $2,500 requirement still cited on some directories.
- Used Auto Parts Recycler (Occ. Code Ch. 2309) requires a $50,000 surety bond or letter of credit, not the $25,000 figure some pages repeat.
- Mover of household goods (Transp. Code Ch. 643) requires TxDMV cargo/liability insurance — no statewide surety bond, despite outdated listings.
Five Texas bonds competitors sell that Texas does not require
- Surplus Lines Agent Bond — repealed by SB 1564 (2005). TDI no longer requires it. Any broker still quoting one is selling a bond that does not exist.
- TDLR HVAC / Electrician / Plumber bond — TDLR requires liability insurance, not a surety bond, for statewide licensure. City-level permit bonds may still apply.
- Tow Truck Operator bond (Occ. Code Ch. 2308) — TDLR mandates insurance, not a surety bond.
- General “Texas Contractor License Bond” — Texas has no statewide GC license, so no statewide bond exists. Requirements are municipal (Houston, Dallas, etc.).
- “Texas Cannabis / CUP bond” — the Compassionate Use Program has no surety bond requirement under H&S Code Ch. 487.
See the full phantom-bond list below with citations.
Official Texas Requirements
"An applicant for a general distinguishing number must... file with the department a surety bond in the amount of $50,000."Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) • Transp. Code § 503.033
Texas Contractor Bonds: City-by-City Requirements
Texas has no statewide contractor license or bond. TDLR regulates electricians, HVAC, and plumbers but requires insurance, not surety bonds for most trades. Construction bonding happens at the municipal level, and every major city runs its own system. If you need a refresher on bonding basics, see our what is a surety bond guide.
| City | Bond Amounts | Trades / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Houston | $2,000 -- $25,000 | Varies by trade via Houston Permitting Center. General building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical each separate. |
| Dallas | $120 reg fee + $5K -- $10K | $120 registration fee. $10,000 paving bond; $5,000 water/wastewater bond. Trade-specific. |
| San Antonio | $5,000 -- $45,000 | $5,000 demolition; $5,000 sidewalk; $45,000 billboard/sign contractor bond. |
| Austin | $10,000 | Right-of-way (ROW) bond required for work in the public right-of-way. |
| Fort Worth | $10,000 -- $25,000 | Parkway and street work bonds. Amounts depend on project scope and trade. |
Important: City requirements change independently of state law. Smaller cities (Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Round Rock) may also impose bonding requirements. Always verify with the local building or permitting department before starting work. Request a quote for your specific city.
Texas City Contractor Bond Requirements
No statewide contractor bond -- each city sets its own rules independently
| City | Bond Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Houston | $2,000 - $25,000 | Varies by trade via Houston Permitting Center. General, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical each separate. |
| Dallas | $5,000 - $10,000 + $120 fee | $10,000 paving bond; $5,000 water/wastewater bond. $120 registration fee. |
| San Antonio | $5,000 - $45,000 | $5,000 demolition/sidewalk; $45,000 billboard/sign contractor bond. |
| Austin | $10,000 | Right-of-way (ROW) bond required for work in the public right-of-way. |
| Fort Worth | $10,000 - $25,000 | Parkway and street work bonds. Amount depends on project scope and trade. |
Amounts verified with city permitting departments. Requirements change independently -- always confirm before starting work.
Source: Houston Permitting Center; City of Dallas; City of San Antonio; Austin Development Services; Fort Worth Development Services
Most-Required Texas Bonds by Category
Organized by regulating agency -- not alphabetically
TxDMV Bonds
Dept. of Motor Vehicles- Auto Dealer Bond -- $50,000 (Transp. Code § 503.033). New, used, and wholesale. 2-year term.
- Travel Trailer / Semitrailer Dealer -- $25,000 (Transp. Code § 503.033). Exception to the $50K rule.
- Salvage Vehicle Dealer -- $25,000 (salvage-only); $50,000 if also rebuilds.
- Vehicle Title Bond -- 1.5x vehicle value (Transp. Code § 501.053). 3-year term.
Secretary of State Bonds
SOS-Filed Bonds- Notary Bond -- $10,000 (Gov. Code § 406.010). 4-year term. 2026 education req (SB 693).
- Health Spa -- $20K-$50K (Occ. Code § 702.151)
- Credit Services Org -- $10K/location (Finance Code Ch. 393)
- Debt Collector -- $10K (Finance Code § 392.101)
- Telephone Solicitation -- $10K (B&C Code § 302.107). SMS expanded Sept 2025.
- Athlete Agent -- $50K/$100K (Occ. Code Ch. 2051)
- Business Opportunity Seller -- $25K
Financial & Mortgage Bonds
TX-SML, OCCC, Dept of Banking- Mortgage Company -- $1,000,000 (Fin. Code § 156.205(b)). Registered financial services companies only. Standard residential mortgage loan companies participate in a Recovery Fund instead.
- Mortgage Servicer -- $25K (≤$25M volume) / $50K (>$25M) (Fin. Code § 158.055)
- Money Transmitter -- Greater of $300K or 1% of yearly volume, up to $2M (Fin. Code § 152.352, SB 895 2023)
- Currency Exchange -- $2,500 in-person; up to $1M online/interstate (Fin. Code § 152.5353)
- Credit Access Business (CSO) -- $10K/location (Fin. Code § 393.302, SOS Form 2802)
- Debt Management Services -- $50K not holding funds; variable if holding (Fin. Code § 394.206, OCCC)
- Property Tax Lender -- Commissioner-determined (Fin. Code § 351.102, OCCC)
TDLR & Professional Bonds
Dept. of Licensing & Regulation, DPS- Driver Education School -- $10K + $5K per branch
- Hearing Instrument Fitter -- $10K (Occ. Code § 402.404)
- PEO (Professional Employer Org) -- Only required for PEOs with negative working capital (Labor Code § 91.014)
- Auctioneer -- $5,000 by TDLR rule (Occ. Code § 1802.054)
- Private Investigator/Security -- $10K-$20K by DPS rule (Occ. Code § 1702.123)
Note: TDLR requires insurance (not bonds) for most regulated trades including electricians, HVAC, and plumber contractors.
Industry Bonds
TDHCA, TDA, Federal- Manufactured Housing -- Manufacturer $100K (+$100K out-of-state without TX facility); Retailer $50K; Broker $50K; Installer-only $25K (Occ. Code § 1201.106, TDHCA)
- Grain Warehouse Operator -- $0.10/bushel of capacity ($35K-$500K). (Agric. Code Ch. 14, TDA)
- Public Weigher -- $10,000 (Agric. Code, TDA)
- Freight Broker -- $75K federal (FMCSA BMC-84)
Court & Public Works
Gov. Code Ch. 2253- Performance Bond -- required on public works >$100K
- Payment Bond -- required on public works >$25K
- Probate Bonds -- set by court across 254 counties
- Appeal Bonds, Guardian Bonds
Why Texas Contractor Bonding Is Different
Most states regulate contractors through a single licensing board -- see our contractor license bond requirements guide for how other states work. Texas splits the responsibility between TDLR (trade regulation) and individual cities (construction permits and bonds). Here is how the system works.
TDLR: State Trade Regulation
Cities: Local Construction Bonds
Texas Tax Bonds
Formula-based bonds administered by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, TABC, and other agencies. Amounts scale with taxpayer liability. These fall under the broader category of commercial surety bonds.
Sales Tax Bond
Greater of $100,000 or 4× average monthly liability. Itinerant vendors $500 minimum. Filed on Comptroller Form 01-752.
Motor Fuel Tax Bond
2× maximum monthly accrual. $30,000 minimum ($10,000 dyed diesel only), $600,000 maximum. Form AP-111.
Mixed Beverage Tax Bonds (TWO required)
Mixed beverage min $3,750; private club $2,250; private club exempt $1,500. Max $100,000 or 4× monthly average. Forms 67-102 and 67-105.
Cigarette Tax
Trust fund mechanism -- not a traditional surety bond. Distributors must hold cigarette tax stamps in trust for the state.
Sexually Oriented Business Fee Bond
4× quarterly average fees collected. Required for establishments collecting mandatory fees under B&C Code.
Texas Insurance Industry Bonds
Required by the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) and related agencies for insurance professionals, adjusters, administrators, and self-insured groups. These are a type of license bond. If a claim is filed against one, the surety investigates and pays valid claims up to the bond amount.
TDI-Filed Bonds
Workers' Comp & Specialty
Repealed: Surplus Lines Agent Bond was repealed by SB 1564 (2005). Some websites and compliance services still incorrectly list this bond as required.
Texas Alcohol & Beverage Bonds (TABC)
Required by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for retailers, bars, restaurants, and brewers operating under TABC permits. These are license bonds that guarantee compliance with TABC regulations and can be forfeited for violations.
TABC Conduct Surety Bond
$5,000 if establishment is >1,000 ft from a school; $10,000 if within 1,000 ft. Required for retailers without a Food & Beverage Certificate.
TABC Performance Bond
$2,000 initial; $4,000 after first forfeiture; $6,000 after second. Only required in Bexar, Harris, Dallas, and Tarrant counties.
Brewer's Bond
$30,000 surety bond required for Texas brewers holding a brewer's permit.
Texas Environmental & Energy Bonds
Required by the Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC), TCEQ, and other agencies for oil and gas operators, mining companies, and waste management facilities. These are among the largest surety bonds issued in Texas, with oil and gas blanket bonds reaching $250,000 and environmental closure bonds running into the millions.
Oil & Gas Well Plugging Bonds (RRC)
NRC Ch. 91; 16 TAC § 3.78. Required for all oil and gas operators with wells, pipelines, or facilities.
TCEQ & Mining Bonds
Retail Electric Provider (REP) Financial Assurance
Letter of credit: $750,000 (<50K customers) or $1,500,000 (50K+ customers). Regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT). Note: This is typically a letter of credit, not a traditional surety bond.
Texas Public Official Bonds
Most elected and appointed county officials in Texas must post surety bonds before taking office. Bond amounts are set by statute and vary by position and county size. These are fiduciary bonds that protect the public against misuse of office. Learn more about how surety bonds work.
| Office | Bond Amount | Statute |
|---|---|---|
| County Judge | $1,000-$10,000 | GC § 26.001 |
| County Commissioner | $3,000 | LGC § 81.002 |
| County Clerk | $5,000-$500,000 | LGC § 82.001 |
| District Clerk | $5,000-$100,000 | GC § 51.302 |
| County Treasurer | $5,000-$500,000 | LGC § 83.002 |
| Sheriff | $5,000-$30,000 | LGC § 85.001 |
| Tax Assessor-Collector (State) | $2,500-$100,000 | Tax Code § 6.28 |
| Tax Assessor-Collector (County) | $2,500-$100,000 | Tax Code § 6.28 |
| Constable | $500-$1,500 | LGC § 86.002 |
| Justice of the Peace | Up to $5,000 | GC § 27.001 |
| County Auditor | $5,000 min | LGC § 84.007 |
| County Attorney | $2,500 | GC § 45.001 |
| District Attorney | $5,000 | GC § 43.002 |
| Statutory Probate Judge | $500,000 | GC § 25.00231 |
Note: LGC § 88.008 allows counties to self-insure for some positions. State officers are covered by the State Employee Bonding Act (Gov't Code Ch. 653) rather than individual surety bonds. The State Treasurer office was abolished in 1996; the Comptroller and Land Commissioner are covered by the state's self-insurance framework.
Texas Court & Judicial Bonds
Court bonds are required across Texas's 254 counties. Bond amounts are set by statute or determined by the presiding judge. The appeal bond cap of $25M is among the highest in the nation. See our bond requirements guides for more on how bond amounts are determined.
Note: We don’t serve the bail bond industry — that includes bail agent licensing bonds, bail permittee bonds, and criminal bail bonds themselves.
Litigation Bonds
Fiduciary & Estate Bonds
Texas Construction & Public Works Bonds
Texas Government Code Chapter 2253 mandates performance and payment bonds on public works projects. Additional construction-related bonds serve specific functions. For more detail, see the Miller Act guide (federal) and performance bond requirements guide.
Performance Bond (Public Works)
Required on public works contracts exceeding $100,000. Must be 100% of contract amount.
Payment Bond (Public Works)
Required >$25K (non-municipal) or >$50K (municipal). Protects subcontractors and suppliers.
Bid Bond
Typically 5-10% of bid amount on public construction projects. Guarantees the bidder will enter into the contract if awarded.
Oversize/Overweight Permit Bond
$10,000. Annual term Sept 1 - Aug 31. Required for transporting oversized or overweight loads on Texas highways.
Mechanic's Lien Indemnity Bond
Double the lien amount. If total liens >$40K: greater of 1.5× lien or $40K + lien amount. Used to release mechanic's liens on property.
City Contractor Bonds
$2K-$45K depending on city and trade. Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, Fort Worth each set independent requirements.
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Texas Notary Bonds: $10,000 Bond + 2026 Education Rule
Every Texas notary public must file a $10,000 surety bond with the Secretary of State under Government Code Section 406.010. The bond term matches the 4-year commission. Starting January 2026, SB 693 adds a mandatory education requirement for new notary applicants. For a full breakdown of requirements in every state, see our notary bond requirements guide.
Bond Details
- Bond amount: $10,000
- Premium: $40-$65 for full 4-year term
- No credit check required
- Instant approval and delivery
- Payable to the Governor of Texas
- Not void on first recovery -- successive claims permitted
SB 693 -- Effective Jan 2026
- New notary applicants must complete an approved education course
- Existing notaries may need to meet requirement at renewal
- Bond amount remains $10,000 -- unchanged
- Check SOS website for approved course list
Texas Bonds That Do NOT Exist (Common Misconceptions)
Some compliance services and aggregator websites list bonds that Texas does not actually require. Before paying for a bond, verify it against the actual statute. Here are the most common errors we see.
Texas Bond Quick Reference
Every major bond type, amount, statute, and filing agency -- all verified against current Texas law
| Bond Type | Amount | Statute |
|---|---|---|
| Auto Dealer (New/Used/Wholesale) | $50,000 | Transp. Code § 503.033 |
| Travel Trailer / Semitrailer Dealer | $25,000 | Transp. Code § 503.033 |
| Salvage Vehicle Dealer (Salvage Only) | $25,000 | Transp. Code § 503.033 |
| Salvage Vehicle Dealer (Rebuilds) | $50,000 | Transp. Code § 503.033 |
| Bonded Vehicle Title | 1.5× vehicle value | Transp. Code § 501.053 |
| Oversize/Overweight Permit | $10,000 | Transp. Code § 623.093 |
| Notary Public | $10,000 | Gov. Code § 406.010 |
| Health Spa | $20,000-$50,000 | Occ. Code § 702.151 |
| Credit Services Organization | $10,000/location | Fin. Code Ch. 393 |
| Debt Collector (Third-Party) | $10,000 | Fin. Code § 392.101 |
| Telephone Solicitor | $10,000 | B&C Code § 302.107 |
| Athlete Agent | $50,000-$100,000 | Occ. Code Ch. 2051 |
| Business Opportunity Seller | $25,000 | B&C Code Ch. 51 |
| Auctioneer | $5,000 | Occ. Code § 1802.054 |
| Private Investigator/Security | $10,000-$20,000 | Occ. Code § 1702.123 |
| Driver Education School | $10,000+$5K/branch | Educ. Code Ch. 1001 |
| Hearing Instrument Fitter | $10,000 | Occ. Code § 402.404 |
| PEO (Negative Working Capital) | Variable | Labor Code § 91.014 |
| Performance Bond (Public Works) | ≥100% of contract | Gov. Code § 2253.021 |
| Payment Bond (Public Works) | ≥100% of contract | Gov. Code § 2253.021 |
| City Contractor Bonds | $2,000-$45,000 | Municipal ordinances |
| Mechanic’s Lien Indemnity | 2× lien (or 1.5× if >$40K) | Prop. Code §§ 53.171-53.175 |
| Mortgage Company (Registered FSC) | $1,000,000 | Fin. Code § 156.205(b) |
| Residential Mortgage Servicer (≤$25M) | $25,000 | Fin. Code § 158.055 |
| Residential Mortgage Servicer (>$25M) | $50,000 | Fin. Code § 158.055 |
| Money Transmitter | ≥$300K or 1% volume (max $2M) | Fin. Code § 152.352 |
| Currency Exchange (In-Person) | $2,500 | Fin. Code § 152.5353 |
| Currency Exchange (Online/Interstate) | Up to $1,000,000 | Fin. Code § 152.5353 |
| Credit Access Business (CSO) | $10,000/location | Fin. Code § 393.302 |
| Debt Management Services | $50,000+ (variable) | Fin. Code § 394.206 |
| Property Tax Lender | Commissioner-set | Fin. Code § 351.102 |
| Title Insurance Agent | $10,000-$100,000 | Ins. Code § 2651.101 |
| Insurance Agency Bond | $25,000 | Ins. Code § 4001.106 |
| Public Insurance Adjuster | $10,000 | Ins. Code Ch. 4102 |
| TPA Fidelity Bond | $10,000-$500,000 | Ins. Code § 4151.055 |
| MGA Bond | $25,000 | Ins. Code Ch. 4053 |
| WC Self-Insurance: Admin Fidelity | $250,000 | Labor Code Ch. 407A |
| WC Self-Insurance: Service Co | $250,000 | Labor Code Ch. 407A |
| WC Self-Insurance: Security | ≥$300K or 25% liabilities | Labor Code Ch. 407A |
| Reinsurance Intermediary -- Broker | $100,000 | 28 TAC § 19.1403 |
| Reinsurance Intermediary -- Manager | $250,000 | 28 TAC § 19.1403 |
| Sales Tax Bond | ≥$100K or 4× monthly avg | Tax Code Ch. 151 |
| Motor Fuel Tax Bond | $30K-$600K (2× monthly) | Tax Code Ch. 162 |
| Mixed Beverage Tax (Bond 1) | $3,750-$100,000 | Tax Code § 183.025 |
| Mixed Beverage Tax (Bond 2) | $2,250-$100,000 | Tax Code § 183.043 |
| Sexually Oriented Business Fee | 4× quarterly avg | B&C Code § 102.052 |
| TABC Conduct Surety Bond | $5,000-$10,000 | Alc. Bev. Code §§ 11.11, 61.13 |
| TABC Performance Bond | $2,000-$6,000 | Alc. Bev. Code § 11.61(23)(b-1) |
| Brewer’s Bond | $30,000 | 16 TAC § 33.45 |
| Oil & Gas Well Plugging (Individual) | $2/ft × depth | NRC Ch. 91; 16 TAC § 3.78 |
| Oil & Gas Well Plugging (Blanket 1-10) | $25,000 | 16 TAC § 3.78 |
| Oil & Gas Well Plugging (Blanket 11-99) | $50,000 | 16 TAC § 3.78 |
| Oil & Gas Well Plugging (Blanket 100+) | $250,000 | 16 TAC § 3.78 |
| Surface Coal Mining | ≥$10,000/acre | NRC Ch. 134 (SMCRA) |
| Solid Waste Facility / Landfill | Site-specific | H&SC § 361.085 |
| Solid Waste Transporter | $50,000 | 30 TAC Ch. 330 |
| UST Financial Assurance | $500K-$1M liability; $1M corrective | Water Code § 26.3467 |
| REP Financial Assurance (LOC) | $750K-$1.5M | Util. Code § 39.352 |
| County Judge | $1,000-$10,000 (≥$500K probate) | GC § 26.001 |
| County Commissioner | $3,000 | LGC § 81.002 |
| County Clerk | $5,000-$500,000 | LGC § 82.001 |
| District Clerk | $5,000-$100,000 | GC § 51.302 |
| Sheriff | $5,000-$30,000 | LGC § 85.001 |
| Tax Assessor-Collector | $2,500-$100,000 | Tax Code § 6.28 |
| County Treasurer | $5,000-$500,000 | LGC § 83.002 |
| Constable | $500-$1,500 | LGC § 86.002 |
| Justice of the Peace | Up to $5,000 | GC § 27.001 |
| County Auditor | $5,000 min | LGC § 84.007 |
| County Attorney | $2,500 | GC § 45.001 |
| District Attorney | $5,000 | GC § 43.002 |
| Statutory Probate Judge | $500,000 | GC § 25.00231 |
| Manufactured Housing: Manufacturer | $100,000 (+$100K out-of-state) | Occ. Code § 1201.106 |
| Manufactured Housing: Retailer | $50,000 | Occ. Code § 1201.106 |
| Manufactured Housing: Broker | $50,000 | Occ. Code § 1201.106 |
| Manufactured Housing: Installer | $25,000 | Occ. Code § 1201.106 |
| Grain Warehouse Operator | $35,000-$500,000 | Agric. Code Ch. 14 |
| Public Weigher | $10,000 | Agric. Code |
| Freight Broker (Federal) | $75,000 | 49 USC § 13906 |
| Appeal/Supersedeas Bond | ≤50% net worth or $25M | CPRC Ch. 52 |
| Administrator/Executor Bond | Personal property + 1yr rev | Estates Code Ch. 305 |
| Guardian Bond | Personal property + 12mo income | Estates Code Ch. 1105 |
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Official Texas Resources
Government sources for Texas bond requirements
Official auto dealer bond amount, application, and filing requirements
$10,000 notary bond requirements and commission application process
Trade licensing, insurance requirements, and regulated professions
Texas statute requiring performance bonds (>$100K) and payment bonds (>$25K) on public works
Sales tax bonds, motor fuel tax bonds, mixed beverage tax bonds, and other Comptroller-administered bonds
Conduct surety bonds, performance bonds, and brewer bonds for alcohol permit holders
Oil and gas well plugging bonds, surface coal mining bonds, and pipeline bonds
Solid waste facility bonds, landfill bonds, UST financial assurance, and waste transporter bonds
Insurance agency bonds, public adjuster bonds, TPA fidelity bonds, and MGA bonds
$25K-$100K bonds for manufactured housing brokers, retailers, installers, and manufacturers
Federal listing of Treasury-certified surety companies authorized to write bonds for U.S. government contracts
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All bond amounts and statute citations on this page have been verified against current Texas statutes (statutes.capitol.texas.gov), the Texas Administrative Code (txrules.elaws.us), and the official websites of each regulating agency. Money transmitter amounts reflect SB 895 (2023) changes to Finance Code § 152.352. Manufactured housing amounts are per Occupations Code § 1201.106 as administered by TDHCA. Public official bond amounts are per the cited sections of the Government Code, Local Government Code, and Tax Code. The surplus lines agent bond repeal (SB 1564, 2005) was confirmed through legislative history. This page was last verified against source statutes on April 12, 2026. If you find any discrepancy between this page and a current statute, please contact us so we can correct it immediately.
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