Florida Public Adjuster Bond
Florida Public Adjuster Bond
We write $50,000 Public Adjuster Bonds in Florida.
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General Information
Florida Public Adjuster Bonds are required by the Department of Financial Services Division of Agency & Agency Services. The required bond amount is $50,000.
Our price is $350 for 1 year, INSTANT ISSUE - NO UNDERWRITING!
Obtaining a Florida Public Insurance Adjuster's license involves a series of steps and requirements set by the Florida Department of Financials Services (DFS). A public insurance adjuster is an individual who works on behalf of policyholders to help them negotiate and settle insurance claims with their insurance companies. Here's a general overview of the process:
1. Meet Eligibility Requirements:
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- Be a United States citizen or legal alien who possesses a work authorization from the United States Immigration and Naturalization Services.
- If you are a Florida resident or maintain a principal places of business in Florida, you must have been licensed and appointed in this state as a non-resident public adjuster on a continual basis for the previous 6 months or has been licensed as an all-lines adjuster and has been appointed on a continual basis for the previous 6 months as a public adjuster apprentice, an independent adjuster or a company employee adjuster.
If you are a non-resident of Florida, you must be licensed and employed as a public adjuster in the state of your residence for the previous 6 months. If your state of residence does not issue licenses to individuals who act as public adjusters, you will need to be licensed and employed as a resident insurance adjuster in that state or any other state on a continual basis for the previous 6 months. This process is verified through the National Association Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). In the event your license cannot be verified, the Bureau may request a Letter of Certification from your home state to verify you are licensed.
Email your prerequisites to : AgentLicensing@MyFloridaCFO.com.
2. Obtain and file a Surety Bond:
Before you can be issued a license, you need to obtain a surety bond in the amount of $50,000. This bond is required by the Florida Department of Financial Services. Once you have received and signed your surety bond, you must mail the original surety bond to:
Department of Financial Services
Bureau of Licensing, Room 419
200 East Gaines Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0319
3. Apply for License and pay required fees:
You can apply for the license directly through the Florida Department of Financial Services (DFS) online portal. You'll need to submit an online application and pay the required application fees. The application will include information about your personal background, education, and any relevant work experience.
4. Complete Fingerprinting:
There are 2 methods for submitting fingerprints: LiveScan to submit electronically or Fingerprint Cards to submit by mail. Please visit here for more information about fingerprinting and determine what option works best for you.
5. Pass the State Exam:
Once your application is approved, you'll need to pass the Florida Public Insurance Adjuster's state exam. This exam tests your knowledge of insurance laws, regulations, and best practices. You can find study materials and resources to prepare for the exam by visiting the General License Examination section of Florida’s website. All applicants must pass the Florida public adjuster exam with no exception.
6. Receive Your License:
Once your application is reviewed, and you've fulfilled all the requirements, you will receive your Florida Public Insurance Adjuster's license. This license allows you to legally work as a public insurance adjuster in the state of Florida. Please note, this license must be maintained regularly and it’s important to note that licensing requirements can change. We recommend checking the Florida Department of Financial Services website or contacting them directly to ensure you have the most up-to-date information possible.
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Additional information about this corporate surety bond requirement is as follows:
Obligee - Department of Financial Services Division of Agency & Agency Services
Bond Amount - $50,000
Bond Premium - Starts at $350 for 1 year
Renewal Document - Continuation Certificate