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Texas Auto Dealer Bond (Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond)

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Lowest rates. Same‑day issuance. Guaranteed TX MVD compliance.

A Texas dealer bond protects your customers from fraud, title issues, and other violations while proving that your dealership operates with honesty and financial responsibility. It’s a core requirement for securing and maintaining your Texas motor vehicle dealer license.

With this bond in place, you show the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) that you meet all state regulatory standards. 

It also reassures buyers that you follow proper sales practices, handle titles correctly, and stand behind every transaction.

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What Is a Texas Auto Dealer Bond?Texas Auto Dealer Bond CostWho Needs a Texas Auto Dealer Bond?Texas Auto Dealer RequirementsTexas Auto Dealer LicenseTexas Surety Bond RequirementsTexas Bond Amount and PricingHow the Auto Dealer Bond Process WorksWhy Choose Us for Your Motor Vehicle Dealer BondTop Auto Dealer Bond Questions AnsweredReady to Get Your Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond?

What Is a Texas Auto Dealer Bond?

A Texas Auto Dealer Bond (Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond) is required by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) to protect consumers from fraud, title issues, and improper dealer practices.

This bond applies to:

  • Used Car Dealers
  • Wholesale Dealers
  • Motorcycle Dealers
  • Independent Mobility Motor Vehicle Dealers

Texas Auto Dealer Bond Cost

Texas requires a $50,000 dealer bond for most license types.

Your premium depends on:

  • Credit
  • Financial history
  • Business experience

Typical Pricing: Most qualified applicants pay $350–$1,500 per year.

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Who Needs a Texas Auto Dealer Bond?

You need this bond if you operate as a:

  • Texas Used Car Dealer
  • Texas Wholesale Dealer
  • Texas Motorcycle Dealer
  • Texas Mobility Vehicle Dealer

Texas Auto Dealer Requirements

Texas requires:

  • TxDMV eLICENSING application
  • Fingerprints
  • Business location approval
  • $50,000 surety bond
  • Dealer education (if applicable)

Texas Auto Dealer License

To obtain your license, you must:

  • Apply through TxDMV
  • Submit fingerprints
  • Provide business documents
  • Maintain the required bond
  • Pass location and zoning checks

Texas Surety Bond Requirements

Texas requires:

  • $50,000 Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond
  • Bond must match business name

Electronic filing accepted

Texas Bond Amount and Pricing

Bond amount: $50,000 Premium: 1%–3% for qualified applicants.

How the Auto Dealer Bond Process Works

1

Complete the Application

Submit the quick, 60‑second application.

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2

Secure the Lowest Rate

We match you with the best rate available from A‑rated sureties.

3

Receive your bond

Receive your bond—same‑day issuance available

Why Choose Us for Your Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond

  • Lowest rates from A‑rated sureties
  • Fast approvals
  • Digital delivery for immediate filing
  • Auto dealer bond specialists
  • 100% state compliance guaranteed
Auto dealer reviewing bond documents with licensing specialist

Top Auto Dealer Bond Questions Answered

Our most common questions answered efficiently.

Pricing depends on the bond amount and your credit. Many bonds cost only a few hundred dollars per year.

Most applicants receive same‑day approval.

It guarantees compliance with state dealer laws and protects consumers from financial harm.

Bonds are generally non‑refundable once issued.

Yes — your bond must remain active for your dealer license to stay valid.


Customer and dealer shaking hands in showroom after bond approval

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Customer testimonials

What our customers are saying about us.


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“Our dealership needed a bond fast to finalize our license renewal. Inspire Surety delivered same‑day approval and kept our sales floor open without interruption.”

RIckey T.
Used Car Dealer

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 “As a first‑time dealer, I wasn’t sure what bond amount I needed. Inspire Surety explained everything clearly and issued my bond within hours.”

Angela R.
Independent Auto Dealer

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“We expanded into wholesale sales and needed an additional dealer bond. Inspire Surety handled the entire process quickly and professionally.”

Marcus L.
Wholesale Vehicle Dealer

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“Our audit required updated bonding documents immediately. Inspire Surety delivered everything the same day and kept us fully compliant.”

Tara M.
Franchise Dealership

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“We switched from another provider and instantly noticed the difference. Better rates, faster service, and excellent communication.”

Jamal C.
Multi‑Lot Dealer

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“State regulators required a higher bond amount due to our increased inventory. Inspire Surety secured approval quickly and made the process stress‑free.”

Mary B.
Auto Sales Operator