California Farm Labor Contractor Bond
1. Start Your Application
2. Receive Your Free Quote
3. Buy Your Surety Bond
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How Much Does a California Farm Labor Contractor Bond Cost?
The cost of a California farm labor contractor bond is between $250 and $7,500. The state requires contractors to hold a bond amount between $25,000 and $75,000. Rather than paying the full penal sum to meet this requirement, you can purchase your bond through a surety company at a bond premium.
We are an authorized surety company that has been proudly serving California for more than a decade. Bond rates for a farm labor contractor bond range from 1% to 10%. When you apply, we will review your credit scores, financial assets and professional credentials to determine your rate.
Over 99% of our applicants qualify for the bond they need, and applicants with all credit ratings are considered. A rate of 1% to 3% is available to applicants with a 700 credit score or better. A $25,000 farm labor contractor bond in this case costs between $250 and $750.
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Surety Bond Cost Based on Credit Score |
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Surety Bond Name |
Surety Bond Amount |
Over 700 |
Between 600 - 699 |
Below 599 |
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California Farm Labor Contractor Bond |
$25,000 |
$250 - $750 |
$750 - $1,250 |
$1,250 - $2,500 |
How to Get a California Farm Labor Bond
1. Apply For Your Bond
We proudly provide our customers with a simple way to set up their California farm labor bond. This three-step process begins when you complete the short online application.
2. Get Your Bond Quote
You will receive a quick response from us after submitting your application. Applications are processed right away, so our customers benefit from immediate bond quotes. In the event an application is complex and needs more in-depth review, a quote will be available within 48 hours.
3. Buy Your Bond
After reviewing your bond quote, only one step remains. Simply pay your bond premium using our online payment portal. We will then send your bond to you via email. If requested, we are happy to mail your bond as well.
Our bond specialists are honored to assist you with your surety bond purchase. Contact us online or by phone at (877) 514-5146.
When our new customer, Andy, applied for a farm labor contractor bond, he anticipated a complicated process. However, he completed our three-step process online without hassle and soon got the bond he needed to work in California.
Apply for a free no-obligations quote on your surety bond!
Farm Labor Contractor Bond Requirements in California
California Labor Code Section 1684(3)(A) establishes the state’s licensing requirements for farm labor contractors. One of the requirements to apply for a license is a surety bond. The bond amount is based on annual payroll.
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Bond Amount |
Contractor’s Annual Payroll |
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$25,000 |
$500,000 or less |
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$50,000 |
Between $500,000 and $2 million |
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$75,000 |
Over $2 million |
The obligee is the People of the State of California. This is a continuous bond that remains active until it is canceled. The surety company can cancel the bond. One reason for a cancellation is failure to pay the annual bond premium.
Because the bond is a condition of licensing, you must maintain a bond while operating as a farm labor contractor in California. To assist you with bond maintenance, we will get in touch with you prior to the due date each year.
How to Get Your Farm Labor Contractor License in California
The California Department of Industrial Relations is in charge of farm labor contractor licensing. To apply for a new license, you must provide the following items:
- Application
- Surety bond
- Federal registration certificate
- A passing score on the farm labor contractor exam
- Completion of nine hours of relevant courses
- Two passport photos and a fingerprint scan for each partner in a partnership, a sole proprietor, or one member of a corporation or LLC
- Worker’s compensation insurance
- Sexual harassment statement
- List of resources for sexual harassment prevention training
- Articles of incorporation for corporations and LLCs
- Grower list
- Driver list, if applicable
- Vehicle list, if applicable
If you have questions about applying for a California farm labor contractor license, please contact:
California Department of Industrial Relations
Division of Labor Standards Enforcement
Licensing and Registration Unit
1515 Clay Street, Suite 1902
Oakland, CA 94612
Phone: (510) 285-3399
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Quick response times and turn around for issuing bonds. Great customer service and very knowledgeable. We have used Lance Surety multiple times and have never been disappointed. Highly recommend them and Collette!
Long story short, these guys cut through the B.S. and get the job done. Responsiveness, excellent! Communication, excellent! Respect for their industry partners, excellent! John, Collette, Ryan, you're all-stars! Thank you!
We decided for Lance Surety Bond's quote for 2 reasons; Price and Customer Service. Our Representative Ryan was just SUPERB!! [...] I highly recommend Lance Surety Bond for all your Bonding needs! I'll definitely come back for all of mine. :-) Thanks Ryan!
