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South Dakota surety bonds. Flat 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. South Dakota requires different bonds for licensing, construction, and registration; find the one you need below with its requirements and costs.

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ConstructionFlat 3%

Performance & Payment Bond

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

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ConstructionFree

Bid Bond

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

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ConstructionFlat 3%

Mechanic Lien Discharge Bond

Bond a mechanic's lien off your property under South Dakota law and keep the project — and your financing — moving.

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Auto$175

Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond ($25,000)

The $25,000 bond every new South Dakota motor vehicle dealer files with the Department of Revenue. $175 flat, soft pull only.

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Licensing$50

Notary Public Bond ($5,000)

South Dakota dropped the notary bond mandate on July 1, 2025. If you or your employer still want the $5,000 bond, it is $50 flat.

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Court BondUnderwritten

Appeal / Supersedeas Bond

Stays enforcement of a money judgment while you appeal. Penal sum set by the judgment — underwritten and quoted on review.

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Licensing$250

Appraisal Management Company Bond ($25,000)

The $25,000 bond every South Dakota AMC files with the Department of Labor & Regulation to register. $250 flat.

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Contractor$100

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

The $10,000 compliance bond every City of Brandon building contractor files with the Department of Building Services. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sioux Falls Class B Electrical Contractor Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 license bond every Class B electrical contractor files with the City of Sioux Falls. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sioux Falls Commercial Building Contractor Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 compliance bond Sioux Falls Building Services requires of commercial building contractors. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sioux Falls Electrical Contractor Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 license bond every electrical contractor files with the City of Sioux Falls. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sioux Falls Fire Alarm Contractor Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 license bond every fire alarm contractor files with the City of Sioux Falls. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sioux Falls Fireplace Contractor Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 license bond every fireplace contractor files with the City of Sioux Falls. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sioux Falls Landscape Irrigation Contractor Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 license bond every landscape irrigation contractor files with the City of Sioux Falls. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sioux Falls Manufactured & Mobile Home Plumbing Installation Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 license bond every manufactured & mobile home plumbing installer files with the City of Sioux Falls. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sioux Falls Mechanical Contractor Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 license bond every mechanical contractor files with the City of Sioux Falls. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sioux Falls Plumbing Contractor Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 license bond every plumbing contractor files with the City of Sioux Falls. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sioux Falls Refrigeration Contractor Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 license bond every refrigeration contractor files with the City of Sioux Falls. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sioux Falls Residential Building Contractor Bond ($20,000)

The $20,000 license bond every residential building contractor files with the City of Sioux Falls. $100 flat.

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Right of Way$100

City of Sioux Falls Right-of-Way Project Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 project-specific bond for facilities/utilities work in the City of Sioux Falls right of way. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sioux Falls Sign & Outdoor Advertising Contractor Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 license bond every sign & outdoor advertising contractor files with the City of Sioux Falls. $100 flat.

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Contractor$100

City of Sioux Falls Sign Wiring Contractor Bond ($10,000)

The $10,000 license bond every sign wiring contractor files with the City of Sioux Falls. $100 flat.

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Insurance$400

Discount Medical Plan Organization Bond ($20,000)

The $20,000 bond a South Dakota discount medical plan organization files with the Division of Insurance. $400 flat, soft pull.

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Securities$150

Franchisor Bond ($30,000)

The $30,000 franchise bond a South Dakota franchisor files with Securities Regulation, in lieu of escrowing franchise fees. $150 flat.

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AgricultureFrom $100

Grain Buyer Bond

The South Dakota PUC grain buyer bond — $50,000 minimum, scaled to your purchases. From $100.

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Court BondUnderwritten

Injunction / TRO Bond

The undertaking a South Dakota court requires before an injunction issues. Amount set by the court — underwritten and quoted on review.

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Fiduciary BondUnderwritten

Lost Instrument Bond

Replace a lost cashier’s check, stock certificate, or note. Indemnifies the issuer — underwritten and quoted on review.

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Licensing$50

Notary Public Bond ($5,000)

The $5,000 surety bond every South Dakota notary files before being commissioned. $50 flat, issued instantly.

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Charitable$300

Paid Solicitor Bond — Collection of Contributions ($20,000)

The $20,000 charitable solicitor bond for paid solicitors who collect or access contributions, under SDCL 37-30-5. $300 flat.

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Charitable$150

Paid Solicitor Bond — No Collection of Contributions ($10,000)

The $10,000 charitable solicitor bond for paid solicitors who don’t handle contributions, under SDCL 37-30-5. $150 flat.

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Fiduciary BondUnderwritten

Probate / Fiduciary Bond

For a personal representative, guardian, or conservator. Amount set by the court — underwritten and quoted on review.

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LicensingFrom $100

Promoter Bond

The South Dakota promoter / event surety, sized by whatever authority requires it. From $100.

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AgricultureFrom $100

Public Grain Warehouseman Bond

The South Dakota PUC public grain warehouseman bond, sized to your licensed storage capacity. From $100.

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PublicFrom $100

Public Official Bond

The South Dakota official bond in the penal sum your office sets, under SDCL chapter 3-5. From $100.

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Court BondUnderwritten

Receiver Bond

For a court-appointed receiver, master, or referee. Sized to the assets in receivership — underwritten and quoted on review.

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Court BondUnderwritten

Replevin Bond

Claim-and-delivery undertaking to retake personal property. Double the value of the goods — underwritten and quoted on review.

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Fiduciary BondUnderwritten

Trustee Bond

Faithful performance of a trustee’s duties when the court or trust requires bonding. Amount set by the court — underwritten and quoted on review.

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Auto$188

Used Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond ($25,000)

The $25,000 bond every South Dakota motor vehicle dealer files with the Department of Revenue. $187.50 flat, soft pull only.

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UtilityFrom $100

Watertown Municipal Utilities Deposit Bond

The surety bond Watertown Municipal Utilities accepts in lieu of a cash deposit for water, gas & electric service. From $100.

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