Arkansas surety bonds. Clear pricing.

A surety bond is a three-party guarantee that you’ll meet a legal or contractual obligation. It protects the government agency or owner in the event of bankruptcy or non-performance. Arkansas requires different bonds for licensing, construction, and registration; find the one you need below with its requirements and costs.

Contractor Prequalification (Performance Plus)

A free surety prequalification through the Performance Plus program — no bond posted, no premium, just an underwriting file that speeds up the performance & payment bond you’ll need when you win the work. $0 to apply.

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ConstructionFree

Bid Bond

Required with most AR public bids. Completely free — consent of surety included, soft pull only.

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ConstructionFlat 3%

Performance & Payment Bond

Required for Arkansas public works over $50K. One flat 3% rate for every contractor — projects up to $3M on credit alone.

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94 bonds in 7 families

Licensing bonds in Arkansas

17 bonds · from $50

Licensing$50

Notary Bond ($7,500)

The $7,500 bond every Arkansas notary files with the Secretary of State to be commissioned. $50 — no credit check.

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Licensing$250

Anytime Fitness Franchise Health Club Bond ($25,000)

The $25,000 health club bond required of Anytime Fitness franchise locations opening or renewing in Arkansas. $250 flat.

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Licensing$200

Appraisal Management Company Bond ($20,000)

The $20,000 bond every Arkansas appraisal management company files with the Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board. $200 flat.

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Licensing$100

City of Mena, AR — Contractor License Bond ($20,000)

The $20,000 bond the City of Mena requires for a city contractor license. From $100.

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LicensingFrom $100

Combative Sports Bond

The promoter bond the Arkansas State Athletic Commission requires for boxing, MMA, and wrestling events under A.C.A. 17-22-101 et seq. From $100.

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Insurance$1,000

Managing General Agent Bond ($100,000)

The $100,000 bond every Arkansas managing general agent files with the Insurance Department. $1,000 flat, soft pull only.

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Cannabis$15,025

Medical Marijuana Cultivation Facility Bond ($500,000)

The $500,000 performance bond every licensed Arkansas cultivation facility posts with the Medical Marijuana Commission under MMC Rules IV.10.c. $15,025 flat.

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Cannabis$3,025

Medical Marijuana Dispensary Bond ($100,000)

The $100,000 performance bond every licensed Arkansas dispensary posts with the Medical Marijuana Commission under MMC Rules V.10.c. $3,025 flat.

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Licensing$50

Notary Bond ($7,500, no E&O)

The $7,500 bond every Arkansas notary files with the Secretary of State — bond only, no E&O coverage. $50 flat.

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Licensing$150

Paid Solicitor Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 charitable-solicitation bond every Arkansas paid solicitor files with the Secretary of State. $150 flat.

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HealthcareFrom $100

Patient Trust Funds Bond

The bond an Arkansas nursing facility posts to protect the resident funds it holds in trust. From $100.

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Licensing$2,000

Pest Control Operator Bond ($100,000)

The $100,000 bond Arkansas termite and structural pest control operators file with the State Plant Board. $2,000 flat, soft pull only.

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Insurance$10,000

Pharmacy Benefits Manager (PBM) Bond ($1,000,000)

The $1,000,000 financial-responsibility bond a pharmacy benefits manager files with the Arkansas Insurance Department to license or renew. $10,000 flat.

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LicensingFrom $100

Private Career School Bond

The tuition-protection bond an Arkansas private career school files with the State Board of Private Career Education. From $100 — exact price at the application.

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InsuranceFrom $250

Service Contract Provider Bond

The financial-security bond an Arkansas service contract provider places in trust with the Insurance Commissioner under the Service Contracts Act. 1% of the bond amount.

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Insurance$500

Surplus Lines Broker / Producer Bond ($50,000)

The $50,000 securities a resident Arkansas surplus lines broker files with the Insurance Commissioner under A.C.A. 23-65-308. $500 flat.

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Licensing$250

Third Party Administrator Bond ($25,000)

The $25,000 bond every Arkansas third party administrator files with the Insurance Department. $250 flat.

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Construction bonds in Arkansas

32 bonds · free bid bond · 3% flat · from $100

ConstructionFlat 2%

Mechanic Lien Discharge Bond

Bond a mechanic's lien off your Arkansas property under Ark. Code §18-44-118 and keep the project — and your financing — moving.

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Contractor$100

City of Arkadelphia Contractor License Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 contractor license bond City of Arkadelphia requires to register a contractor with the City of Arkadelphia's building and permit office. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Ashdown Contractor License Bond ($5,000)

The $5,000 contractor license bond City of Ashdown requires to register a contractor with the City of Ashdown's building and permit office. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Benton Contractor License Bond ($2,000)

The $2,000 contractor license bond City of Benton requires to register a contractor with the City of Benton's Building Department. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Bryant Contractor License Bond ($1,000)

The $1,000 contractor registration bond the City of Bryant requires to work within city limits. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Bryant Demolition Contractor Bond ($1,000)

The $1,000 demolition contractor bond the City of Bryant requires to perform demolition within city limits. $100 flat.

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Right of WayFrom $100

City of Charleston, AR — Right of Way Permit Bond

The bond the City of Charleston requires before you cut, dig, or work in its public right of way. From $100.

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Contractor$100

City of Clinton Contractor License Bond ($5,000)

The $5,000 contractor license bond City of Clinton requires to register a contractor with the City of Clinton's building and permit office. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Conway Contractor License Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 contractor license bond the City of Conway requires to work within city limits. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of De Queen Contractor License Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 contractor license bond the City of De Queen requires to work within city limits. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Eureka Springs Contractor License Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 contractor license bond City of Eureka Springs requires to register a contractor with the City of Eureka Springs' building and permit office. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Farmington Contractor License Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 contractor license bond the City of Farmington requires to work within city limits. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Fordyce Contractor License Bond ($2,500)

The $2,500 contractor license bond City of Fordyce requires to register a contractor with the City of Fordyce's building and permit office. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Fort Smith Contractor License Bond ($2,000)

The $2,000 contractor license bond City of Fort Smith requires to register a contractor with Fort Smith Building Services (Building Safety). $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Greenbrier Contractor License Bond ($1,000)

The $1,000 contractor license bond City of Greenbrier requires to register a contractor with the City of Greenbrier's building and permit office. $100 flat.

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ContractorFrom $100

City of Hope Contractor License Bond

The contractor license bond the City of Hope requires to work within city limits. From $100.

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Contractor$100

City of Jacksonville Contractor License Bond ($1,000)

The $1,000 contractor license bond City of Jacksonville requires to register a contractor with the City of Jacksonville's building and permit office. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Little Rock Contractor License Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 contractor license bond City of Little Rock requires to register a contractor with the Little Rock Department of Planning & Development, Building Codes Division. $100 flat.

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Right-of-Way$100

City of Little Rock Corporation Cutting Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 bond the City of Little Rock requires to cut or excavate in the public right-of-way. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Monticello Contractor License Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 contractor license bond the City of Monticello requires to work within city limits. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of North Little Rock Contractor License Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 contractor license bond City of North Little Rock requires to register a contractor with the North Little Rock Department of Planning (with your city business license through the City Clerk's Office). $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Pine Bluff Contractor License Bond ($5,000)

The $5,000 contractor license bond the City of Pine Bluff requires to work within city limits. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sherwood Contractor License Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 contractor license bond City of Sherwood requires to register a contractor with the City of Sherwood's building and permit office. $100 flat.

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ContractorFrom $100

City of Texarkana Contractor's License Bond

The contractor's license bond the City of Texarkana requires to work within city limits. From $100.

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ContractorFrom $100

City of Warren Contractor License Bond

The contractor bond the City of Warren, Arkansas requires before you register and pull permits inside city limits. 0.5% of the bond amount, $100 minimum.

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Contractor$100

City of White Hall Contractor License Bond ($5,000)

The $5,000 contractor license bond the City of White Hall requires to work within city limits. $100 flat.

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Construction$125

Commercial Contractor's License Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 license bond Arkansas commercial contractors file with the Contractors Licensing Board under A.C.A. 17-25-404. $125 flat.

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ContractorFrom $125

Contractor Bond in Lieu of Financials

The Arkansas bond a contractor posts with the Contractors Licensing Board instead of a financial statement. From $125, soft pull only.

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Construction$150

Residential Roofing Registrant Bond ($15,000)

The $15,000 bond Arkansas residential roofing registrants file with the Contractors Licensing Board under A.C.A. 17-25-604. $150 flat.

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ConstructionFrom $100

Water Well Contractor's License Bond

The license bond Arkansas water-well drillers and pump installers file with the Water Well Construction Commission. From $100, soft pull.

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Auto bonds in Arkansas

7 bonds · from $100

Auto$500

Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond ($50,000)

The $50,000 bond every Arkansas franchise (new) motor vehicle dealer files with the Arkansas Motor Vehicle Commission. $500 flat, soft pull only.

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AutoFrom $100

Certificate of Title Bond

The Arkansas bonded-title bond for owners with missing or defective proof of ownership. From $100 — no credit check up to $100,000.

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TransportFrom $100

Highway Right-of-Way Restoration Bond

The ARDOT utility-permit bond guaranteeing you restore the highway right-of-way to its former condition. From $100.

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Auto$250

New Motorcycle, ATV, Scooter & Lessor Bond ($25,000)

The $25,000 Motor Vehicle Commission bond Arkansas requires of new motorcycle, ATV, scooter and low speed vehicle dealers and vehicle lessors. $250 flat.

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TransportFrom $100

Oversize / Overweight Permit Bond

The Arkansas DOT Highway Police permit bond for moving oversize or overweight loads — and for a monthly permit charge account. From $100.

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Registration$500

Telephone Seller Bond ($50,000)

The $50,000 telephonic seller bond filed with the Arkansas Secretary of State. $500 flat, soft pull only.

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Auto$250

Used Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond ($25,000)

The $25,000 bond Arkansas used dealers, wholesalers, and auto auctions file under A.C.A. 23-112-607. $250 flat, soft pull only.

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Tax & Financial bonds in Arkansas

24 bonds · from $100

UtilityFrom $100

Black Hills Energy — Utility Deposit Bond

The surety bond Black Hills Energy accepts in place of a cash deposit on an Arkansas natural gas account. 2% of the bond amount, $100 minimum.

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UtilityFrom $100

Carroll Electric Cooperative Corporation — Utility Deposit Bond

The surety bond Carroll Electric Cooperative accepts in place of a cash membership deposit for electric service. 2% of the bond amount plus a $25 fee, $100 minimum.

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UtilityFrom $100

Central Arkansas Water — Utility Deposit Bond

The surety bond Central Arkansas Water accepts in place of a cash deposit on a water account. From $100.

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Tax$100

Coin-Operated Amusement Machine Operator Bond ($6,000)

The $6,000 tax bond every Arkansas amusement machine operator files with DFA before a license issues. $100 flat.

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FinancialFrom $100

Collection Agency Bond

The tiered bond ($10,000–$25,000 by collector count) Arkansas collection agencies file with the State Board of Collection Agencies under A.C.A. § 17-24-306. 0.5% of the bond amount, $100 minimum.

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FinancialFrom $600

Combination Mortgage Banker / Broker / Servicer Bond

One Fair Mortgage Lending Act bond covering a combination mortgage banker / broker / servicer license — $100,000 to $200,000 by volume tier, filed via NMLS. 0.6% of the bond amount — $600 at the $100,000 tier.

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UtilityFrom $100

Entergy Arkansas, LLC — Utility Deposit Bond

The surety bond Entergy Arkansas accepts in place of a cash deposit for electric service. 2% of the bond amount plus a $25 fee, $100 minimum.

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Fidelity$300–$450

ERISA Fidelity Bond

The fidelity bond ERISA §412 requires of every plan fiduciary and everyone who handles 401(k), pension or welfare plan funds, for plans sponsored in Arkansas. $300 for a 3-year term at limits up to $150,000.

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Financial$775

Investment Adviser Bond ($50,000)

The $50,000 bond an Arkansas investment adviser with custody of client funds posts under A.C.A. § 23-42-305 and Rule 305.01(b), covering the firm and each representative. $775 flat.

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Financial$400

Investment Agent of the Issuer Bond ($25,000)

The $25,000 bond an agent of the issuer maintains under Ark. Code Ann. § 23-42-305 to register with the Arkansas Securities Department. $400 flat.

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Financial$400

Investment Broker-Dealer Bond ($25,000)

The $25,000 securities registration bond filed with the Arkansas Securities Department under A.C.A. § 23-42-305 and Rule 305.01. $400 flat.

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UtilityFrom $100

Jonesboro City Water & Light Utility Deposit Bond

The deposit guarantee Jonesboro City Water & Light accepts in place of a cash deposit on a utility account. From $100.

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FinancialFrom $500

Money Transmitter Bond

The Uniform Money Services Act bond Arkansas money transmitters file via NMLS under A.C.A. § 23-55-204 — $50,000 plus $10,000 per location, capped at $300,000. 1% of the bond amount, $500 at the $50,000 minimum.

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Financial$600

Mortgage Banker Bond ($100,000)

The $100,000 Fair Mortgage Lending Act bond for mortgage bankers with up to $10M in Arkansas loan volume, filed via NMLS under A.C.A. § 23-39-505(f). $600 flat.

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Financial$900

Mortgage Banker Bond ($150,000)

The $150,000 Fair Mortgage Lending Act bond for mortgage bankers between $10M and $25M in Arkansas loan volume, filed via NMLS under A.C.A. § 23-39-505(f). $900 flat.

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Financial$1,200

Mortgage Banker Bond ($200,000)

The $200,000 Fair Mortgage Lending Act bond for mortgage bankers over $25M in Arkansas loan volume, filed via NMLS under A.C.A. § 23-39-505(f). $1,200 flat.

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Financial$600

Mortgage Broker Bond ($100,000)

The $100,000 Fair Mortgage Lending Act bond for mortgage brokers with up to $10M in Arkansas loan volume, filed via NMLS under A.C.A. § 23-39-505(f). $600 flat.

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Financial$900

Mortgage Broker Bond ($150,000)

The $150,000 Fair Mortgage Lending Act bond for mortgage brokers between $10M and $25M in Arkansas loan volume, filed via NMLS under A.C.A. § 23-39-505(f). $900 flat.

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Financial$1,200

Mortgage Broker Bond ($200,000)

The $200,000 Fair Mortgage Lending Act bond for mortgage brokers over $25M in Arkansas loan volume, filed via NMLS under A.C.A. § 23-39-505(f). $1,200 flat.

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FinancialFrom $600

Mortgage Servicer Bond

The Fair Mortgage Lending Act bond for Arkansas mortgage servicers — $100,000 to $200,000 by portfolio tier, filed via NMLS under A.C.A. § 23-39-505(f). 0.6% of the bond amount — $600 at the $100,000 tier.

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TaxFrom $100

Motor Fuel Tax Bond

The Arkansas motor fuel tax bond a distributor or supplier files with the Department of Finance and Administration, sized to your tax liability. From $100.

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UtilityFrom $100

North Little Rock Utilities — Deposit Bond

The surety bond North Little Rock Electric accepts in place of a cash deposit for city electric service. 2% of the bond amount, $100 minimum.

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UtilityFrom $100

Petit Jean Electric Cooperative Corporation — Deposit Bond

The surety bond Petit Jean Electric Cooperative accepts in place of a cash membership deposit. 2% of the bond amount, $100 minimum.

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UtilityFrom $100

Woodruff Electric Cooperative Corporation Utility Deposit Bond

The deposit guarantee Woodruff Electric Cooperative accepts in place of a cash deposit on an electric service account. 2% of the bond amount, $100 minimum. No credit check up to $15,000.

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Court bonds in Arkansas

8 bonds · from $100

Court BondUnderwritten

Appeal / Supersedeas Bond

Stays execution of a money judgment while you appeal. Penal sum is the judgment plus interest and costs — underwritten, not flat-rated.

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Court BondUnderwritten

Injunction / TRO Bond

The security a court requires before a preliminary injunction or TRO issues. Amount set by the judge — underwritten, not flat-rated.

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Fiduciary BondUnderwritten

Lost Instrument Bond

Replace a lost cashier’s check, stock certificate, or note. Indemnifies the issuer against the missing paper — underwritten.

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Fiduciary BondUnderwritten

Probate / Fiduciary Bond

For an executor, administrator, guardian, or conservator. Amount fixed by the probate court — underwritten, not flat-rated.

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Fiduciary BondUnderwritten

Receiver Bond

For a court-appointed receiver, master, or referee holding property under the court’s direction. Amount set by the court — underwritten.

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Court BondUnderwritten

Replevin Bond

Claim-and-delivery bond to recover personal property pending suit — usually double the value of the property. Underwritten, not flat-rated.

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Court$100

Supreme Court Performance Bond ($5,000)

The $5,000 performance bond tied to a license agreement with the Arkansas Supreme Court. $100 flat.

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Fiduciary BondUnderwritten

Trustee Bond

Faithful-performance bond for a trustee administering a trust under the Arkansas Trust Code. Amount set by the court — underwritten.

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Agriculture bonds in Arkansas

3 bonds · from $100

Agriculture$2,000

Commercial Pesticide Applicator Financial Responsibility Bond ($100,000)

The $100,000 financial-responsibility bond a commercial pesticide applicator can use to satisfy the State Plant Board. $2,000 flat, soft pull only.

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EnergyFrom $100

Oil & Gas Commission Drilling Permit Bond

The plugging / financial-assurance bond the Arkansas Oil & Gas Commission requires for drilling permits. From $100, soft pull only.

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Energy$2,500

Seismic Bond (Form 19B, $50,000)

The $50,000 field-seismic permit bond the Arkansas Oil & Gas Commission requires under A.C.A. 15-71-114 (Form 19B). $2,500 flat, soft pull only.

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Government bonds in Arkansas

3 bonds · from $100

PublicFrom $100

Public Official Bond

The faithful-performance bond Arkansas elected and appointed officials post before taking office. From $100, soft pull only.

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PublicFrom $100

Special Nutrition Program Bond (Child and Adult Care Food Program)

The sponsor financial-guarantee bond Arkansas can require to participate in the CACFP. From $100, soft pull only.

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PublicFrom $100

Special Nutrition Program Bond (Summer Food Service Program)

The sponsor financial-guarantee bond Arkansas can require to participate in the Summer Food Service Program. From $100, soft pull only.

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84 of 94bonds priced on the page and issued the moment you pay, from $50

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FAQ

Common questions.

How many Arkansas surety bonds does Light RFP write?94 bonds as of November 2026: licensing (17), construction (32), auto (7), tax & financial (24), court (8), agriculture (3) and government (3). Each bond has its own page with the agency that requires it, the statute or ordinance behind it, the bond amount and the price.

What does a Arkansas surety bond cost?Bid bonds are free. Performance and payment bonds are a flat 3% of the contract amount. 84 bonds are priced on the page, starting from $50; the page shows the price before you apply. 7 bonds are underwritten and quoted after a short review.

How fast is a Arkansas surety bond issued?84 of the 94 bonds here are priced on the page and issue the moment you pay, with the e-signed bond delivered by email. Performance and payment bonds issue after a short underwriting review. 7 underwritten bonds come back from an underwriter in one to two business days.

Is there a credit check for a Arkansas bond?It depends on the bond and the amount. Of the 94 bonds here, 41 bonds collect no credit information at the amount sold; 24 collect none up to a stated amount, with a soft pull above it; 18 run a soft pull, or ask for a Social Security number, for some or all applicants. The bond page states its own line, read from the carrier’s application form.

Which Arkansas surety bond do I need?The agency that licenses, permits or contracts with you names the bond and its amount. Start with the family on this page: licensing (17), construction (32), auto (7), tax & financial (24), court (8), agriculture (3) and government (3). The bond page names the agency it is filed with; if the bond you were asked for is not listed, search this page by the bond’s name or the agency’s name.

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