What Is an H‑2A Farm Labor Contractor
Bond?
An H‑2A farm labor contractor bond is a federal surety bond required by the U.S. Department of Labor for anyone acting as an H‑2A farm labor contractor (FLC) or farm labor contractor employee (FLCE).
This bond protects agricultural workers and the government from:
- Wage violations
- Failure to provide required housing or transportation
- Misrepresentation of job terms
- Breach of contract
- Violations of H‑2A program regulations
If you recruit, hire, transport, house, or employ H‑2A workers, you must secure this bond before receiving your federal certificate of registration.
H‑2A Farm Labor Contractor Bond Amount & Cost
Bond amounts are set by the DOL and depend on the number of workers employed:
|
Number of Workers |
Required Bond Amount |
|
1–24 workers |
$5,000 |
|
25–49 workers |
$10,000 |
|
50–74 workers |
$20,000 |
|
75–99 workers |
$30,000 |
|
100+ workers |
$50,000 |
Your cost depends on:
- Bond amount
- Credit score
- Business history
Most applicants qualify instantly with competitive rates.
Who Needs a H‑2A Farm Labor Contractor Bond?
You may need an H‑2A farm labor contractor bond if you:
- Recruit H‑2A workers
- Transport workers to job sites
- Provide housing or meals
- Manage payroll for H‑2A employees
- Act as a farm labor contractor or subcontractor
- Operate as an FLC or FLCE under DOL regulations
Any business or individual handling H‑2A labor must file this bond before operating legally.
Requirements & Eligibility
The U.S. Department of Labor requires:
- Completed FLC or FLCE application
- Bond amount based on number of workers
- Credit review
- Compliance with H‑2A program rules
- Annual renewal
You must maintain an active bond to keep your federal registration valid.
How the process works in three easy steps
1
Complete the App
Complete the 60‑second application
2
Secure the low rates
We secure the lowest rate available
3
Receive your bond
You receive your same day bond issuance for DOL filing
Why Choose Us?
Lowest rates from A‑rated sureties
Fast approvals
Digital delivery
- Agricultural labor bond specialists
- 100% DOL compliance guaranteed
Top questions answered
Our most common questions answered efficiently.
Pricing depends on the bond amount and your credit. Most bonds are affordable and approved quickly.
Most applicants receive same‑day approval.
It guarantees compliance with H‑2A labor laws and protects workers from financial harm.
Bonds are generally non‑refundable once issued.
Yes — the bond must remain active for your FLC or FLCE registration to stay valid.
