Designated agents are authorized by the Illinois Secretary of State under the Illinois Vehicle Code (625 ILCS 5) to process certificate of title and registration transactions and remit the related taxes and fees, conditioned on a $20,000 surety bond in favor of the State. This is separate from the motor vehicle dealer license bond required to sell vehicles. Confirm the amount and which bond applies on your Secretary of State application.

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$200 flat for the Illinois $20,000 motor vehicle dealer designated agent bond, required by the Secretary of State to process titles. Issued instantly.

Motor Vehicle Dealer Designated Agent Bond ($20,000)

Illinois - Motor Vehicle Dealer Designated Agent ($20,000)

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