Delaware mortgage and lender surety bonds

Delaware Mortgage License Bonds

Delaware mortgage and lending professionals may need a surety bond for a Licensed Lender License, Mortgage Loan Broker License, or Mortgage Loan Originator License. Jet Insurance Company helps Delaware license applicants and existing licensees quote, purchase, renew, replace, and manage the required bond.

Use this page to compare Delaware bond limits, view pricing, and choose the correct bond for your Delaware Office of the State Bank Commissioner or NMLS licensing requirement.

Need help? Call (855) 516-3348 or email [email protected].

Last updated: July 2026. Delaware mortgage bond requirements can change. Confirm the final license type, bond amount, filing method, and NMLS or Delaware Office of the State Bank Commissioner checklist before filing.

Delaware Mortgage Bond Quick Answers

Which bonds are covered?

This page covers the Delaware Licensed Lender Bond, Mortgage Loan Broker Bond, and Mortgage Loan Originator Bond.

Who regulates these licenses?

The Delaware Office of the State Bank Commissioner regulates licensed lenders, mortgage loan brokers, and mortgage loan originators.

What are common limits?

Mortgage Loan Broker bonds are $25,000. Licensed Lender bonds range from $50,000 to $200,000. Mortgage Loan Originator bonds range from $25,000 to $200,000.

How do I get help?

Call (855) 516-3348 or email [email protected].

Choose Your Delaware Mortgage License Bond

The correct Delaware bond depends on the license type and the lending or mortgage activity being conducted. Mortgage Loan Broker bonds use a fixed $25,000 amount. Licensed Lender and Mortgage Loan Originator bond amounts can increase based on Delaware loan volume.

Licensed Lender Bond

For companies licensed under Delaware’s Licensed Lender law. The required bond amount is based on the annual volume of Delaware loans for the year ending December 31 before the effective license year.

Common limits: $50,000 to $200,000

Starting price: $249 for one year or $25 monthly for the $50,000 bond.

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Mortgage Loan Broker Bond

For companies licensed as Delaware mortgage loan brokers. Delaware law requires mortgage loan brokers to file a $25,000 surety bond in a form acceptable to the Commissioner.

Bond limit: $25,000

Jet pricing: $125 for one year, $13 monthly, $219 for two years, or $313 for three years.

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Mortgage Loan Originator Bond

For Delaware mortgage loan originators who need individual bond coverage or coverage through an employer or principal bond. Initial license applicants start at $25,000, with higher limits based on Delaware mortgage loan volume.

Common limits: $25,000 to $200,000

Starting price: $125 for one year or $13 monthly for the $25,000 bond.

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Important: Delaware mortgage loan originators who are employees or exclusive agents of a licensed mortgage loan broker or licensed lender may be covered by the employer or principal bond if the bond meets the MLO bond amount and coverage requirements. Confirm the required bond amount and coverage list before filing.

Delaware Mortgage License Bond Pricing

Jet pricing below follows the same mortgage bond pricing method used on the other state pages. The one-year price is 0.5% of the bond limit. If the calculated one-year price ends in zero, Jet subtracts $1 before calculating multi-year options. The two-year price is 1.75 times the one-year price, and the three-year price is 2.5 times the one-year price. Monthly pricing is 10% of the one-year price, rounded when needed.

Bond Limit Common Delaware Use Monthly 1 Year 2 Years 3 Years
$25,000 Mortgage Loan Broker Bond or initial Mortgage Loan Originator Bond $13 $125 $219 $313
$50,000 Licensed Lender minimum or higher Mortgage Loan Originator tier $25 $249 $436 $623
$75,000 Licensed Lender or Mortgage Loan Originator volume tier $38 $375 $656 $938
$100,000 Licensed Lender or Mortgage Loan Originator volume tier $50 $499 $873 $1,248
$125,000 Licensed Lender or Mortgage Loan Originator volume tier $63 $625 $1,094 $1,563
$150,000 Licensed Lender or Mortgage Loan Originator volume tier $75 $749 $1,311 $1,873
$175,000 Licensed Lender or Mortgage Loan Originator volume tier $88 $875 $1,531 $2,188
$200,000 Highest common Licensed Lender or Mortgage Loan Originator volume tier $100 $999 $1,748 $2,498

Pricing shown is preferred-tier pricing and may vary based on underwriting approval, bond form, selected term, effective date, final required bond amount, and license requirements.

Get Delaware Mortgage Bond Pricing

Start a quote online and select the Delaware bond that matches your license. Jet can help confirm whether you need the Licensed Lender Bond, Mortgage Loan Broker Bond, or Mortgage Loan Originator Bond.

Questions? Call (855) 516-3348 or email [email protected].

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Delaware Mortgage Bond Requirements

Delaware mortgage bond requirements are based on the specific license type. Mortgage Loan Broker bonds are fixed at $25,000. Licensed Lender bonds are based on annual Delaware loan volume. Mortgage Loan Originator bond coverage starts at $25,000 for an initial license applicant and then follows Delaware mortgage loan volume tiers.

Delaware License Bond Amount How the Amount Is Determined Quote
Licensed Lender $50,000 to $200,000 Based on the annual volume of Delaware loans for the year ending December 31 before the effective license year. Get Quote
Mortgage Loan Broker $25,000 Fixed statutory bond amount under Delaware mortgage loan broker law. Get Quote
Mortgage Loan Originator $25,000 to $200,000 Initial applicants start at $25,000. Renewal and ongoing bond amounts are based on Delaware mortgage loans originated during the prior year. Get Quote

Filing note: Delaware MLO license applicants must provide documentation that they are covered by a surety bond, either individually or through the employer. Delaware MLO renewals are filed through NMLS beginning November 1, with Delaware requiring renewal applications by December 1.

Delaware Licensed Lender Bond

The Delaware Licensed Lender Bond is required for companies licensed under Delaware’s Licensed Lender law. The required amount is tied to annual Delaware loan volume for the year ending December 31 before the effective license year. A licensee with a multi-year bond must review the bond amount annually to make sure the required amount is maintained.

Annual Volume of Delaware Loans Required Licensed Lender Bond Amount Jet 1-Year Price Quote
Not more than $23,000,000 $50,000 $249 Get Quote
$23,000,001 to $35,000,000 $75,000 $375 Get Quote
$35,000,001 to $47,000,000 $100,000 $499 Get Quote
$47,000,001 to $59,000,000 $125,000 $625 Get Quote
$59,000,001 to $71,000,000 $150,000 $749 Get Quote
$71,000,001 to $83,000,000 $175,000 $875 Get Quote
$83,000,001 and over $200,000 $999 Get Quote

The Delaware Commissioner may require a larger bond or irrevocable letter of credit based on the licensee’s individual circumstances.

Delaware Mortgage Loan Broker Bond

The Delaware Mortgage Loan Broker Bond is required for mortgage loan brokers licensed under Title 5, Chapter 21 of the Delaware Code. The bond must be in a form satisfactory to the Commissioner and must run to the State for the benefit of the Office of the State Bank Commissioner and consumers injured by covered wrongful acts, omissions, defaults, fraud, or misrepresentation.

License Type

Delaware Mortgage Loan Broker License.

Bond Limit

$25,000.

Jet Pricing

$125 for one year, $13 monthly, $219 for two years, or $313 for three years.

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Delaware Mortgage Loan Originator Bond

Delaware mortgage loan originators must be covered by a surety bond. An applicant for an initial mortgage loan originator license must have at least $25,000 in bond coverage. After licensing, the minimum amount is based on the volume of Delaware mortgage loans originated during the year ending December 31 before the effective license year.

Annual Volume of Delaware Mortgage Loans Required MLO Bond Amount Jet 1-Year Price Quote
Initial license applicant or not more than $11,000,000 $25,000 $125 Get Quote
$11,000,001 to $23,000,000 $50,000 $249 Get Quote
$23,000,001 to $35,000,000 $75,000 $375 Get Quote
$35,000,001 to $47,000,000 $100,000 $499 Get Quote
$47,000,001 to $59,000,000 $125,000 $625 Get Quote
$59,000,001 to $71,000,000 $150,000 $749 Get Quote
$71,000,001 to $83,000,000 $175,000 $875 Get Quote
$83,000,001 and over $200,000 $999 Get Quote

Employer bond option: A Delaware mortgage loan originator who is an employee or exclusive agent of a Delaware licensed mortgage loan broker or licensed lender may use the employer or principal bond in place of an individual MLO bond if the bond meets Delaware’s required amount and coverage requirements and the employer or principal consents to that use.

How Delaware Mortgage Bond Quotes Work

1

Choose the License Type

Select Licensed Lender, Mortgage Loan Broker, or Mortgage Loan Originator.

2

Confirm the Bond Amount

Use the amount shown on the Delaware license checklist, NMLS record, renewal notice, or applicable Delaware loan volume tier.

3

Buy and File

After purchase, Jet provides the bond document or filing guidance based on the current Delaware and NMLS process.

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Need a Delaware Mortgage License Bond?

Jet can help you choose the correct Delaware Licensed Lender, Mortgage Loan Broker, or Mortgage Loan Originator Bond, review pricing, and get the bond issued for licensing.

Delaware mortgage bond pricing starts at $125 for one year or $13 monthly for a $25,000 bond.

Questions? Call (855) 516-3348 or email [email protected].

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How Are Delaware Mortgage Bonds Filed?

Delaware mortgage licensing is handled by the Delaware Office of the State Bank Commissioner, with mortgage loan originator licensing and renewal handled through NMLS. Mortgage loan originator applicants must provide documentation that they are covered by a surety bond, either individually or through the employer.

Bond filing steps can vary based on the license type, bond form, and whether the bond covers a company or individual. Jet can provide the required bond document or filing guidance after purchase.

Company Bond

Licensed Lender and Mortgage Loan Broker bonds should match the legal name, license type, NMLS record when applicable, and required bond amount.

MLO Coverage

Mortgage Loan Originator coverage may be individual or provided through the employer or principal bond when Delaware conditions are met.

Bond Changes

Contact Jet before changing the legal name, DBA, NMLS ID, covered MLO list, bond amount, or license authority.

Read NMLS Electronic Surety Bond Filing Instructions

Delaware Mortgage Bond Renewals, Changes, and Cancellations

Renewing Your Bond

Keep the Delaware mortgage bond active for as long as the license requires coverage. Review the bond amount before renewal to confirm it still matches the current Delaware loan volume tier or fixed bond requirement.

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Changing the Bond Limit

Licensed Lender and Mortgage Loan Originator bond amounts may need to change when Delaware loan volume changes. A multi-year bond should be reviewed annually to confirm the required amount is maintained.

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Cancelling or Replacing Your Bond

Do not cancel a required Delaware mortgage bond until replacement coverage is accepted or the bond is no longer required. Delaware bond cancellation generally requires advance notice to the Commissioner.

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What Does a Delaware Mortgage License Bond Cover?

A Delaware mortgage license bond is designed to protect the public and the state regulator, not the bonded business or mortgage loan originator. The bond can respond to covered losses caused by wrongful acts, omissions, defaults, fraud, or misrepresentation in the course of licensed mortgage or lending activity.

A surety bond is different from insurance for the bonded party. If Jet pays a valid claim, the bonded principal is responsible for reimbursing Jet for the amount paid and related costs under the indemnity agreement.

Read the Mortgage License Bond Claims Guide

How to Avoid Delaware Mortgage Bond Claims

  • Maintain continuous bond coverage for the correct Delaware bond amount.
  • Match the bond to the exact legal name, DBA, NMLS ID, license type, and required bond amount.
  • Confirm whether the bond is for a Licensed Lender, Mortgage Loan Broker, or Mortgage Loan Originator license.
  • Update the bond amount when Delaware loan volume changes.
  • Keep covered mortgage loan originator information current when using a company bond for MLO coverage.
  • Do not advertise or represent loan terms in a misleading way.
  • Do not charge unauthorized or prohibited fees.
  • Maintain required books, records, and consumer disclosures.
  • Respond quickly to Delaware Office of the State Bank Commissioner and NMLS requests.
  • Contact Jet before cancelling, replacing, or changing the bond.

Read the Mortgage License Bond Claims Guide

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Delaware Mortgage License Bond FAQ

What Delaware mortgage bonds are covered on this page?

This page covers the Delaware Licensed Lender Bond, Mortgage Loan Broker Bond, and Mortgage Loan Originator Bond.

What is the Delaware Mortgage Loan Broker Bond amount?

The Delaware Mortgage Loan Broker Bond amount is $25,000.

What is the Delaware Licensed Lender Bond amount?

The Delaware Licensed Lender Bond amount ranges from $50,000 to $200,000 based on the licensee’s annual volume of Delaware loans for the year ending December 31 before the effective license year.

What is the Delaware Mortgage Loan Originator Bond amount?

The Delaware Mortgage Loan Originator Bond starts at $25,000 for an initial license applicant. Ongoing bond amounts can increase up to $200,000 based on Delaware mortgage loan volume.

Can a company bond cover Delaware mortgage loan originators?

Yes. A Delaware mortgage loan originator who is an employee or exclusive agent of a Delaware licensed mortgage loan broker or licensed lender may use the employer or principal bond if the bond meets the required MLO amount and other Delaware coverage requirements.

How much does a Delaware mortgage bond cost?

Jet pricing starts at $125 for one year or $13 monthly for a $25,000 Delaware mortgage bond. A $50,000 bond starts at $249 for one year or $25 monthly.

Are Delaware mortgage bonds filed through NMLS?

Delaware mortgage loan originator licensing and renewal are handled through NMLS, and MLO applicants must provide documentation of surety bond coverage. Company bond filing steps can vary by license type and current Delaware checklist.

Who should I contact for Delaware mortgage bond help?

Call Jet at (855) 516-3348, email [email protected], or start a quote online for help choosing, purchasing, renewing, replacing, or changing a Delaware mortgage license bond.

Get the Delaware Mortgage Bond Required for Your License

Start by choosing the Delaware bond that matches your license or NMLS requirement. Jet will help with quoting, bond purchase, renewal support, and filing guidance when applicable.

Delaware mortgage bond pricing starts at $125 for one year or $13 monthly.

Call: (855) 516-3348
Email: [email protected]

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Notary Bond Application:

Business Information:

Indemnity Agreement:

I, the undersigned, hereby apply for a Dishonesty Bond also known as a Business Service Bond or Janitorial Service Bond (“bond”) to the Surety Company (“SURETY”) through Jet Insurance Company (“JET”), with whom I hereby grant the authority to act on my behalf with respect to the bond and assign as my Broker of Record, and declare that the statements herein are true and correct. In consideration of the SURETY issuing, renewing or substituting said bond(s), I, individually and as the owner or officer of the bonded entity, hereby understand and agree, as follows: (i) to reimburse, hold harmless, and indemnify SURETY upon demand for all loss, liability, claim, expense, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, expert’s fees, investigative fees and claims handling fees, and any other cost which SURETY shall pay or incur in defense, adjustment, or settlement of such claims/suits by reason of such suretyship; (ii) that an itemized statement of loss and expenses by SURETY shall be indisputable proof of my liability to SURETY; (iii) coverage is subject to a $100 deductible; (iv) the employee must be convicted before coverage will apply (v) performance and any form of dispute resolution of this agreement shall take place in the county of SURETY's office of service; and (vi) a facsimile copy or electronically signed version of this agreement shall be binding as if it were an original. This agreement shall survive any changes in, substitute to or renewal of the bond(s).

Required Effect Date of Bond Policy:

Contact Information:

Employee Dishonesty Bond Application:

Business Information:

Business Description:

Coverage Requirements:

Indemnity Agreement:

I, the undersigned, hereby apply for a Dishonesty Bond also known as a Business Service Bond or Janitorial Service Bond (“bond”) to the Surety Company (“SURETY”) through Jet Insurance Company (“JET”), with whom I hereby grant the authority to act on my behalf with respect to the bond and assign as my Broker of Record, and declare that the statements herein are true and correct. In consideration of the SURETY issuing, renewing or substituting said bond(s), I, individually and as the owner or officer of the bonded entity, hereby understand and agree, as follows: (i) to reimburse, hold harmless, and indemnify SURETY upon demand for all loss, liability, claim, expense, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, expert’s fees, investigative fees and claims handling fees, and any other cost which SURETY shall pay or incur in defense, adjustment, or settlement of such claims/suits by reason of such suretyship; (ii) that an itemized statement of loss and expenses by SURETY shall be indisputable proof of my liability to SURETY; (iii) coverage is subject to a $100 deductible; (iv) the employee must be convicted before coverage will apply (v) performance and any form of dispute resolution of this agreement shall take place in the county of SURETY's office of service; and (vi) a facsimile copy or electronically signed version of this agreement shall be binding as if it were an original. This agreement shall survive any changes in, substitute to or renewal of the bond(s).

Required Effect Date of Bond Policy:

Contact Information:

Contract Bond Application:

Business Information:

Owner Information:

Job Details:

Indemnity Agreement:

I, the undersigned, hereby apply for a Dishonesty Bond also known as a Business Service Bond or Janitorial Service Bond (“bond”) to the Surety Company (“SURETY”) through Jet Insurance Company (“JET”), with whom I hereby grant the authority to act on my behalf with respect to the bond and assign as my Broker of Record, and declare that the statements herein are true and correct. In consideration of the SURETY issuing, renewing or substituting said bond(s), I, individually and as the owner or officer of the bonded entity, hereby understand and agree, as follows: (i) to reimburse, hold harmless, and indemnify SURETY upon demand for all loss, liability, claim, expense, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, expert’s fees, investigative fees and claims handling fees, and any other cost which SURETY shall pay or incur in defense, adjustment, or settlement of such claims/suits by reason of such suretyship; (ii) that an itemized statement of loss and expenses by SURETY shall be indisputable proof of my liability to SURETY; (iii) coverage is subject to a $100 deductible; (iv) the employee must be convicted before coverage will apply (v) performance and any form of dispute resolution of this agreement shall take place in the county of SURETY's office of service; and (vi) a facsimile copy or electronically signed version of this agreement shall be binding as if it were an original. This agreement shall survive any changes in, substitute to or renewal of the bond(s).

Required Effect Date of Bond Policy:

Contact Information:

Worker's Compensation Application:

Business Information:

Business Description:

Coverage Requirements

Indemnity Agreement:

I, the undersigned, hereby apply for a Dishonesty Bond also known as a Business Service Bond or Janitorial Service Bond (“bond”) to the Surety Company (“SURETY”) through Jet Insurance Company (“JET”), with whom I hereby grant the authority to act on my behalf with respect to the bond and assign as my Broker of Record, and declare that the statements herein are true and correct. In consideration of the SURETY issuing, renewing or substituting said bond(s), I, individually and as the owner or officer of the bonded entity, hereby understand and agree, as follows: (i) to reimburse, hold harmless, and indemnify SURETY upon demand for all loss, liability, claim, expense, including but not limited to attorneys’ fees, expert’s fees, investigative fees and claims handling fees, and any other cost which SURETY shall pay or incur in defense, adjustment, or settlement of such claims/suits by reason of such suretyship; (ii) that an itemized statement of loss and expenses by SURETY shall be indisputable proof of my liability to SURETY; (iii) coverage is subject to a $100 deductible; (iv) the employee must be convicted before coverage will apply (v) performance and any form of dispute resolution of this agreement shall take place in the county of SURETY's office of service; and (vi) a facsimile copy or electronically signed version of this agreement shall be binding as if it were an original. This agreement shall survive any changes in, substitute to or renewal of the bond(s).

Required Effect Date of Bond Policy:

Contact Information: