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Auto Dealer Bond Finder

Every state requires motor vehicle dealers to carry a surety bond, and the amount, renewal cycle, and regulating agency vary widely from state to state. Look up any state below for current bond requirements — verify with Ashton before applying or renewing.

Data reflects publicly available baseline requirements as of June 2026. Requirements change — always confirm current amounts and renewal dates with Ashton before applying or renewing a dealer bond.

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Auto Dealer Bond Requirements — State Reference Table

Quick reference covering 47 states. Use the search tool above for full details, live countdown clocks, and regulator contact info for your state.

StateDealer TypeBond AmountRenewal
AlabamaNew / Used / Wholesale Dealer$50,000Annual · Oct 31
AlaskaDealer$50,000 ($50K–$100K)Rolling
ArizonaDealer$25,000Rolling
ArkansasDealer$25,000Rolling
CaliforniaDealer$50,000Rolling
ColoradoDealer$50,000Rolling
DelawareDealer$25,000Rolling
FloridaIndependent Used Dealer$25,000Annual · Apr 30
FloridaFranchise Dealer$25,000Annual · Dec 31
FloridaRV Dealer$15,000 ($10K–$20K)Annual · Sep 30
FloridaMH Dealer$25,000Annual · Sep 30
GeorgiaDealer$50,000Annual · Sep 30
IdahoDealer$20,000Rolling
IllinoisDealer$50,000Rolling
IndianaDealer$25,000Rolling
IowaDealer$75,000Rolling
KansasDealer$50,000Rolling
KentuckyDealer$25,000 ($25K–$100K)Rolling
LouisianaNew Motor Vehicle Dealer (LMVC)$50,000Oct 31 / Apr 30
LouisianaUsed Motor Vehicle Dealer (LUMVC)$50,000Dec 31 / district-assigned
MaineDealer$25,000 ($25K–$100K)Rolling
MarylandDealer$15,000 ($15K–$75K)Rolling
MassachusettsDealer$25,000 ($25K–$50K)Rolling
MichiganDealer$25,000Annual · Dec 31
MinnesotaDealer$50,000Rolling
MississippiUsed Dealer$15,000Annual · Dec 31
MississippiWholesale Dealer$25,000Annual · Dec 31
MissouriDealer$50,000Annual · Dec 31
MontanaDealer$50,000Rolling
NebraskaDealer$50,000Rolling
NevadaDealer$100,000Rolling
New HampshireDealer$25,000Rolling
New JerseyDealer$10,000Rolling
New MexicoDealer$50,000Annual · Mar 31
New YorkDealer$20,000 ($20K–$100K)Rolling
North CarolinaDealer$50,000Annual · Apr 30
North DakotaDealer$25,000Rolling
OhioDealer$75,000Rolling
OklahomaDealer$25,000Annual · Dec 31
OregonDealer$50,000Rolling
PennsylvaniaDealer$20,000 ($20K–$50K)Rolling
Rhode IslandDealer$50,000Rolling
South CarolinaDealer$50,000Rolling
South DakotaDealer$25,000Rolling
TennesseeUsed Dealer / RV Dealer$50,000Biennial (every 2 years)
TexasDealer$50,000Rolling
UtahDealer$75,000Rolling
VirginiaDealer$50,000Rolling
WashingtonDealer$30,000Rolling
West VirginiaDealer$25,000Annual · Jun 30
WisconsinDealer$50,000Rolling
WyomingDealer$25,000Rolling

Don't see your state, or need help sorting out garage liability, PIP, or transporter-plate requirements? Call (800) 451-4854 — Ashton is licensed in all 50 states.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find my state's auto dealer bond amount?

Use the Auto Dealer Bond Finder above — search or select your state to see the required bond amount, renewal term, and issuing agency instantly. Ashton Agency issues auto dealer bonds in all 50 states.

What happens if my auto dealer bond lapses?

A lapsed auto dealer bond puts your dealer license at risk — most states require continuous bond coverage to keep your license active. Ashton Agency tracks renewal dates and proactively contacts clients before a bond expires to prevent a lapse.

How often do I need to renew my auto dealer bond?

It depends on the state. Some auto dealer bonds are annual and must be renewed on a fixed date, while others are issued on a rolling term with no set expiration. The Bond Finder above shows the renewal term for each state.

Does Ashton Agency write auto dealer bonds in all 50 states?

Yes. Ashton Agency is licensed to issue auto dealer bonds nationwide, with dedicated East Coast and West Coast teams so a real underwriter is available regardless of your state.

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