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In the state of Georgia, all individuals or businesses providing immigration assistance must be licensed through the Secretary of State. Requirements to get an Immigration Assistance Provider License include a signed and notarized application, financial statements, background check, and a $5,000 Georgia Immigration Assistance Provider Bond.
What is a Georgia Immigration Assistance Provider Bond?
A Georgia Immigration Assistance Provider Bond is a performance bond that protects clients. It acts as a financial guarantee, ensuring an immigration assistance provider is financially liable if they conduct business unlawfully.
How Do Georgia Immigration Assistance Provider Bonds Work?
Georgia Immigration Assistance Provider Bonds are a legal requirement that is in place to protect clients. It is NOT insurance for your business.
This bond is a contractual agreement between three parties:
- Principal – The immigration assistance provider that needs the bond.
- Obligee – The one requesting the provider to get bonded (Georgia Secretary of State).
- Surety – The surety company issuing and financially backing the bond (ex. JW Surety Bonds).
If an immigration assistance provider causes financial harm due to misrepresentation, fraud, or any other unlawful behavior, a claim can be made against their bond. The surety initially pays for any valid bond claims. However, the assistance provider must pay them back in full.
See How Do Surety Bonds Work? for more information.
How Much Does a Georgia Immigration Assistance Provider Bond Cost?
A Georgia Immigration Assistance Provider Bond must be in the amount of $5,000. However, the cost to get bonded is a small fraction of that amount (typically $100 - $500).
The main factor that determines your bond cost is your credit rating. However, other factors may also be considered, such as industry experience, past bonding history, and finances.
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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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Georgia Immigration Assistance Provider Bond |
$5,000 |
$100 - $150 |
$150 - $250 |
$250 - $500 |
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Georgia Immigration Assistance Provider Bond Requirements
Bond Form & Filing Fee
To get an Immigration Assistance Provider License, you need to submit your bond, a $40 licensing fee, and a $5 filing fee to the Secretary of State. According to the Immigration Assistance Act (Georgia Code § 43-20A-4), the bond must be in the amount of $5,000 from a surety licensed to do business in the state of Georgia.
Immigration Assistance Provider Requirements
An Immigration Assistance Provider Bond is necessary to comply with state laws. Getting this bond is generally the last step of your licensing application—it is imperative to ensure you meet the other licensing requirements before getting bonded.
- Be 18 years or older.
- Be a United States citizen or hold a valid legal immigration status.
- Provide a criminal background report showing no criminal convictions.
- Complete an application.
- Provide financial statements (if intending to provide services that require control of a client's legal funds).
We recently had someone purchase an Immigration Assistance Provider Bond, only to find out they didn't meet licensing requirements. Luckily, our agents were able to cancel the bond since we were contacted promptly.
How Do I Get a Georgia Immigration Assistance Provider Bond?
Step 1: Choose a Surety Company
The surety company you choose must:
- Be licensed to do business in the state of Georgia.
- Offer Immigration Assistance Provider Bonds.
We also suggest choosing a large, established company to save money on your bond. Companies like JW Surety Bonds are able to offer lower prices due to the volume of bonds we undertake.
Step 2: Apply for the Surety Bond
Fill out an online application. The form only takes a few minutes to complete and it provides an instant free bond quote.
Information required includes:
- Bond Name (Immigration Assistance Provider Bond / Performance Bond)
- Bond Amount ($5,000)
- Contact Information
A quote should appear in your email a few minutes after you submit your application. Don't forget to check your Spam Folder.
Step 3: Sign the Agreement & Pay Your Invoice
Follow the email's instructions to log in to our website. There, you can sign your bond agreement and pay your invoice.
Step 4: Double Check Your Bond Information
You will receive a copy of your final bond form. Please double-check that all information is correct. This includes spelling, bond type, and bond amount. Errors may cause your bond to be denied, delaying your licensing.
Step 5: Submit Your Bond
Send your bond to the Georgia Secretary of State. You must have an active bond on file at all times to keep your license active. Your surety company should contact you a minimum of 30 days before your bond expires with instructions on how to renew your bond.
Sources
2020 Georgia Code :: Title 43 - Professions and Businesses :: Chapter 20A - Regulation of Private Immigration Assistance Services :: § 43-20A-4. Licensing of Immigration Assistance Providers. (n.d.). In Justia Law. Retrieved January 19, 2025, from
https://law.justia.com/codes/georgia/2020/title-43/chapter-20a/section-43-20a-4
Board of Immigration Assistance Providers. (n.d.). In Georgia Secretary of State. Retrieved January 19, 2025, from
What Is a Surety Bond? (n.d.). In JW Surety Bonds. Retrieved January 19, 2025, from
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