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How much does a money transmission services bond cost in Georgia?
The Georgia Department of Banking and Finance requires money transmission professionals to post surety bonds in order to legally work within the state. The minimum bond amount is set at $100,000 and may increase if the department deems it necessary. Because the bond amount varies, applicants must verify their required bond amount with the state prior to bonding.
These bonds are subject to underwriting, so the amount you’ll pay depends on a review of your personal credit report as well as your required bond amount. Don’t let less-than-stellar credit stop you from getting the bond you need. The experts at SuretyBonds.com make the bonding process fast and easy for all applicants. Request your free money transmitter bond quote today!
If you’re ready to become bonded quickly, easily and accurately, call SuretyBonds.com at 1 (800) 308-4358 or submit a bond request online. We can typically provide your free no-obligation bond quote within 1 business day of submitting your application!
Why do I need this bond?
Georgia money transmitter surety bonds guarantee that principals (money transmitter professionals) conduct business in compliance with 7-1-680 through 692 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated and all other laws applicable to the business of check cashing and money transmission. Specifically, the bond ensures that principals will pay all money— including, but not limited to fees, fines, and penalties— owed to the state or any person due to violation of the law by the principal while on the job.
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What’s the fine print?
Georgia money transmitter surety bonds remain in full force and effect until canceled and can be continued by providing the state with an annual license renewal certificate.
The surety can cancel the bond by providing written notice of cancellation to the Department of Banking and Finance by registered or certified mail with return receipt requested. Cancellation becomes effective no less than 30 days after the department receives this notice.
How to become a money transmitter in Georgia
To become a licensed money transmitter in Georgia, applicants must provide the following information on the license application:
- legal name and principal office address of the corporation
- name, residence and business address of each director or equivalent official or each officer who will be involved in selling checks in the state
- date and place of incorporation
- financial statements and pertinent information the department may require
Upon the filing of the application, a mandatory investigation and criminal background check will be conducted to determine whether the applicant meets all required criteria. Licenses expire December 31 every year, so renewal applications must be submitted by December 1 to allow plenty of time for the renewal to be processed.
Before Georgia money transmitter applicants can receive their license, they must register as a money services business (MSB) with the Federal Crimes Enforcement Network. This process is completed through the BSA E-Filing System. Helpful information for this process can be found in the Additional Resources sections below.
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