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Individuals or businesses providing non-attorney immigration consulting services in Utah need to be licensed through the Utah Division of Consumer Protection. Requirements to get an Immigration Consultant License include a complete application, background check, and a $50,000 Utah Immigration Consultant Bond.
The purpose of this bond is to protect clients from fraud, omission, and misconduct.
This bond ensures that if a client is damaged by a consultant’s action, they will be financially reimbursed.
How Does a Utah Immigration Consultant Bond Work?
Utah immigration bonds act as a financial guarantee for clients (it is NOT insurance for the consultant).
For example, if an immigration consultant uses the title “attorney” on advertising material to mislead a client, then a claim can be against their bond. The surety company that issues the bond initially pays for any valid bond claims—up to the full amount of the bond ($50,000). However, the consultant must then pay them back in full.
Every UT Immigration Consultant Bond is a contractual agreement between three parties:
- Principal – the consultant that needs the bond.
- Obligee – the organization requiring the consultant to get bonded (Utah Department of Commerce).
- Surety – the company that issues and financially backs the bond (ex. JW Surety Bonds).
See How Do Surety Bonds Work? for more information.
How Much Does a Utah Immigration Consultant Bond Cost?
While a Utah Immigration consultant bond must be in the amount of $50,000, you will only pay $500 - $5,000 to get bonded. This bond’s cost is a small fraction of the total required bond amount (typically 1% - 10%).
The percentage of the bond that you pay mainly depends on your credit rating. However, past bond history, industry experience, and financials may also factor in.
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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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Utah Immigration Consultant Bond |
$50,000 |
$1,000 - $1,500 |
$1,500 - $2,500 |
$2,500 - $5,000 |
Utah Immigration Consultant Bond Requirements
Bond Form
Per the Utah Immigration Consultants Registration Act, all immigration consultants are legally required to have an active Immigration Consultant Bond. You can file this bond by sending the bond form provided by your surety company to the Utah Division of Consumer Protection.
Utah Immigration Consultant License Qualifications
To get a Utah Immigration Consultant License, you must be able to:
- Post a $50,000 surety bond (Immigration Consultant Bond).
- Submit an application to register with the Department of Commerce.
- Have good moral character (not been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor involving theft, fraud, or dishonesty in the last 10 years).
- Pay fees for registration and a criminal background check.
- Consent to fingerprint background check by Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification.
- Fill out and submit an application form.
Important: Beginning July 11, 2024, applications for Immigration Consultants must be done online. Paper copies are no longer accepted.
How Do I Get a Utah Immigration Consultant Bond?
Step 1: Pick a Surety Company
The surety company for this Utah bond must:
- Be a corporate surety permitted to do business in the state of Utah.
- Offer Utah Immigration Consultant Bonds.
- (Recommended) Be a large and established surety. Larger surety providers, such as JW Surety, offer the lowest prices thanks to the large number of bonds they underwrite.
Read How to Choose the Right Surety for more money-saving tips and information.
Step 2: Apply for the Surety Bond
Fill out an online application. This is the quickest and easiest way to get bonded—it offers instant free quotes and only takes minutes to complete.
Information required includes:
- Bond Name (Immigration Consultant Bond)
- Bond Amount ($50,000)
- Contact Information
Step 3: Sign the Bonding Agreement & Pay
Your quote will arrive by email a few minutes after you submit your application. Please check your junk mail.
To get bonded, simply 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
An electronic copy of your bond will be sent as soon as your payment clears. Proofread it for any errors.
Tony got a bond with us last month, and unfortunately, he mistyped his middle name. It was only after he submitted his bond and got a denial that he realized there was an error. We were able to issue a new bond immediately with the correct spelling. However, this still delayed his license.
We always double check for errors on our end but can only go off the information you provide us. Please look over your bond as soon as you receive an electronic copy.
Step 5: Submit Your Bond
Send your bond to the Utah Department of Commerce (Division of Consumer Protection). 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
Immigration Consultant. (n.d.). In dcp.utah.gov. Retrieved January 21, 2025, from
Surety Bond Cost: Guide & Free Online Quotes. (n.d.). In JW Surety Bonds. Retrieved January 21, 2025, from
Utah Code Chapter 13-49. (n.d.). In le.utah.gov. Retrieved January 21, 2025, from
What Is a Surety Bond? (n.d.). In JW Surety Bonds. Retrieved January 21, 2025, from
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