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Arizona's construction industry drives one of the fastest-growing economies in the country, and the Registrar of Contractors keeps it accountable through a volume-based bonding system. Whether you need a $2,500 residential contractor bond or a $100,000 commercial bond, your bond amount is tied directly to how much work you do each year. We also handle notary bonds, court bonds, auto dealer bonds, and every other type of surety bond required by Arizona state and local agencies.

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Official Arizona Requirements

"Applicants and licensees shall file a contractor's bond in the amount required for the respective license classification and anticipated annual gross volume."

Arizona Registrar of Contractors • A.R.S. § 32-1152

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Arizona Notary Bonds

Starting at $30

Required $5,000 bond for all Arizona notaries under A.R.S. § 41-312. Filed with the Secretary of State for a 4-year commission term.

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Arizona Contractor License Bonds

Starting at $100

Filed with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) per A.R.S. § 32-1152. Bond amounts range from $2,500 to $100,000 based on license classification and annual gross volume.

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Arizona Court Bonds

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Probate bonds, appeal bonds, guardian bonds, and administrator bonds for Arizona Superior Courts. Amounts set by the presiding judge.

All Arizona courts
Probate & fiduciary
Appeal bonds
Guardian bonds

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Arizona License & Permit Bonds

Varies by type

Sales tax bonds for the Arizona Department of Revenue, motor vehicle dealer bonds, collection agency bonds, and other business license bonds.

Sales tax bonds
Dealer bonds
Collection agency
Title loan bonds

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Arizona Contractor Bond Amounts by Volume

The Registrar of Contractors sets bond amounts based on your license classification and anticipated annual gross volume of construction work.

Annual Gross Volume	Residential Bond	Commercial Bond
Less than $50,000	$2,500	$5,000
$50,000 - $150,000	$5,000	$5,000
$150,000 - $500,000	$7,500	$10,000
$500,000 - $1,000,000	$10,000	$15,000
$1,000,000 - $2,500,000	$15,000	$25,000
$2,500,000 - $10,000,000	N/A	$50,000
$10,000,000 or more	N/A	$100,000

Residential Recovery Fund: Residential contractors must also pay into the Registrar's Residential Recovery Fund or post a separate $200,000 bond. Most contractors choose the fund assessment, which is far less expensive than a standalone bond.

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Select your bond type, provide your business details, and answer a few underwriting questions. Most applications take under 5 minutes.

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Download your bond certificate immediately or have the original mailed. We file directly with the ROC, Secretary of State, or court if needed.

All Arizona Bond Categories

Construction Bonds

ROC Contractor License Bonds
$2,500-$100,000 per A.R.S. § 32-1152
Performance & Payment Bonds
Required on Arizona public works per A.R.S. § 34-222
Bid Bonds
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Peoria

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Yuma

Arizona Surety Bond Questions

Specific to Arizona's ROC and state requirements

How does the Arizona Registrar of Contractors determine my bond amount?

The ROC sets your contractor bond amount based on two factors: your license classification (residential vs. commercial) and your anticipated annual gross volume of construction work. Residential contractors need bonds from $2,500 to $15,000. Commercial contractors need $5,000 to $100,000. You must update your bond if your annual volume changes and moves into a higher tier.

What is the Arizona Residential Contractors Recovery Fund?

In addition to a license bond, residential contractors must either pay an assessment into the Registrar's Residential Recovery Fund or post a separate $200,000 surety or cash bond. The Recovery Fund pays homeowners who suffer actual damages from a licensed residential contractor's poor workmanship, breach of contract, or building code violations -- up to $30,000 per claimant and $200,000 per contractor.

Are Arizona contractor bonds continuous or do they expire?

Arizona contractor license bonds must be continuous in form, meaning they have no fixed expiration date. Your surety can cancel the bond, but must give 30 days written notice to the Registrar. The bond must remain active for at least two years if you conducted business for less than one year in Arizona, or if your principal place of business is outside the state, per A.R.S. § 42-5006.

How much does an Arizona notary bond cost?

An Arizona notary bond costs $30-$50 for the full 4-year commission term. The bond amount is $5,000 as set by A.R.S. § 41-312. No credit check is needed, and approval is instant. You must file the bond with the Arizona Secretary of State before your commission takes effect.

What happens if someone files a claim against my Arizona contractor bond?

If a homeowner or subcontractor files a valid claim, the surety company pays the claimant up to the bond amount. However, you are personally responsible for repaying the surety for any amounts paid out -- this is called indemnification. The Registrar may also suspend or revoke your license if claims indicate violations of Arizona contractor licensing laws.

Does Arizona require performance and payment bonds on public projects?

Yes. Under A.R.S. § 34-222, any contractor awarded a public works contract must furnish a performance bond and a payment bond, each equal to the full contract amount. These bonds protect the government entity (performance) and subcontractors and suppliers (payment). They are separate from your contractor license bond.

Official Arizona Resources

Government sources for Arizona bond requirements

Arizona Registrar of Contractors -- Bond Information

Official bond amounts, forms, and filing instructions for contractor licenses

A.R.S. § 32-1152 -- Bonds (Full Statute Text)

Arizona Revised Statutes governing contractor bond requirements

Arizona Department of Revenue -- Bond for Contractors

Tax bond requirements for contractors under A.R.S. § 42-5006

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