Farm Labor Contractor Bond Guide
SuretyBonds.com offers the best service and fastest delivery for contractor bonds in the industry. Learn how to navigate the H-2A bonding process with this quick guide.
Bond Overview
- Who Needs It: Any farm labor employer seeking H-2A program certification
- Purpose: To guarantee contracted foreign workers are paid for their labor
- Regulating Body: The U.S. Department of Labor
- Required Amount: $5,000–$75,000, based on employee count
- Premium Rates: Typically 1–10% of the bond amount, credit-based
What Are H-2A Farm Labor Contractor Bonds?
An H-2A farm labor contractor (H-2A FLC) bond is required by the U.S. Department of Labor for any employer wanting to be certified by the H-2A program. The H-2A program provides a temporary certification to hire, recruit, solicit, employ, house, furnish or transport foreign employees when there is a domestic labor shortage.
Farm labor contractor bonds guarantee that workers receive payment for their labor during the contract period. This includes any wages and benefits owed to an H-2A worker, or a U.S. worker who is:
- Improperly rejected
- Laid off
- Displaced
How Much Are H-2A FLC Surety Bonds?
H-2A farm labor contractor bonds typically cost around 1–10% of the bond amount based on your credit score. The number of H-2A certified employees you hire will determine your bond requirement:
- <25 employees: $5,000 bond
- 25–49 employees: $10,000 bond
- 50-74 employees: $20,000 bond
- 75 to 99 employees: $50,000 bond
- 100+ employees: $75,000 bond
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SuretyBonds.com offers farm labor contractor bonds in multiple states. Find the bond in the state you need.
How Do H-2A Farm Labor Contractor Bonds Work?
An H-2A FLC bond binds three parties in a legal contract:
- Principal: The certified labor contractor purchasing the bond
- Surety: The provider issuing the bond to the principal
- Obligee: The United States Department of Labor requiring the bond
These bonds remain in effect for at least two years from the expiration date of the labor certification. To cancel a bond, the surety must provide 45-day’s written notice to the Department of Labor.
How to Get a H-2A Farm Labor Contractor Bond
Get a quote for your FLC bond by applying online today. You’ll need to provide a completed copy of form ETA-790 with your application. We’ll provide the best available quote within one business day. If you need any help, our surety experts are here to assist — just call 1 (800) 308-4358.
