Treasury Hikes Fees on Surety Bonds: More Cash for Paperwork!
Published Date: 4/23/2026
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Summary
Starting January 1, 2026, surety and reinsuring companies will pay higher fees when applying for or renewing their certifications with the Treasury. These fee increases help cover the government’s costs for reviewing applications and financial info. If you’re in this business, get ready to budget more for your federal paperwork!
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Higher Fees for Surety Certificates
If you are a surety company applying for a Certificate of Authority, you will pay $14,300 for the application starting January 1, 2026. If you are renewing that Certificate of Authority annually, the fee will be $9,300 starting January 1, 2026. These fees pay for Treasury’s review of your application and financial information.
Higher Fees for Reinsurer Recognition & Renewals
If you are a reinsuring company, the Treasury set specific application and renewal fees effective January 1, 2026: recognition as an Admitted Reinsurer is $5,300 and its annual renewal is $3,700; the annual renewal for Admitted Reinsurer—Reinsurance Market is $18,500; recognition as an Alien or Complementary Reinsurer is $5,300 and each annual renewal is $3,700. These fees cover Treasury’s costs for reviewing applications and financial statements.
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