District of Columbia public insurance adjuster license bond

District of Columbia Public Insurance Adjuster Bond Requirements, Cost & Filing Guide

Get the District of Columbia Public Insurance Adjuster Bond required for your license. Jet helps resident and non-resident public insurance adjusters review the DC bond requirement, compare price options, and receive filing instructions after purchase.

The District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking requires public insurance adjuster applicants to file a $20,000 Public Insurance Adjuster Bond before becoming licensed.

The bond protects the Department, policyholders, claimants, and damaged parties if a public insurance adjuster violates covered licensing rules, contractual obligations, or causes a covered financial loss. The bond amount is not the price paid for the bond.

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Last updated: June 2026. District of Columbia public insurance adjuster bond requirements and filing instructions may change. Confirm final licensing instructions with the Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking before filing.

DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond Quick Answers

Question Short Answer
Who needs a DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond? Resident and non-resident public insurance adjuster applicants in the District of Columbia need the bond before becoming licensed.
What bond amount is required? The District of Columbia requires a $20,000 Public Insurance Adjuster Bond.
How much does the DC bond cost? Jet lists the DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond at $10 monthly, $100 for one year, $175 for two years, or $250 for three years.
Which DC adjuster bond do I need? Public insurance adjuster applicants need the $20,000 District of Columbia Public Insurance Adjuster Bond.
Who does the bond protect? The Department, policyholders, claimants, and parties damaged by covered public insurance adjuster misconduct.
Is the bond insurance for the public adjuster? No. The bond protects others. If the surety pays a valid claim, the bonded public insurance adjuster must reimburse the surety.
How is the bond filed? The original signed and sealed bond form, along with any other licensing paperwork, must be submitted to the District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking.
How do I buy the bond? Start a quote online, select District of Columbia and Public Insurance Adjuster Bond, review the available term options, and follow the filing instructions provided after purchase.

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District of Columbia Public Insurance Adjuster Bond Cost

The DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond cost depends on the required $20,000 bond amount, the selected term length, and underwriting rules. Jet lists monthly and multi-year options for eligible public insurance adjuster applicants.

Bond Type Bond Amount Monthly Option One-Year Option Two-Year Option Three-Year Option
DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond $20,000 $10 monthly $100 for a one-year term $175 for a two-year term $250 for a three-year term

Bond Amount vs Bond Cost

The bond amount is the maximum coverage required by the Department. The bond cost, also called the premium, is the price the public insurance adjuster pays to purchase the bond. These are not the same thing.

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Which DC Adjuster Bond Do I Need?

The District of Columbia requires a Public Insurance Adjuster Bond for public insurance adjuster licensing. Use the exact license name from your Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking application or renewal paperwork when requesting your quote.

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What You Need to Start a DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond Quote

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Your Jurisdiction

Select District of Columbia as the jurisdiction where you are applying for or renewing your public insurance adjuster license.

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Your License Type

Choose Public Insurance Adjuster Bond so the quote matches DC’s $20,000 requirement.

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Applicant Information

Provide the individual or business name that must appear on the bond, along with any required contact and license details.

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Who Needs a DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond?

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Resident Public Insurance Adjusters

Resident public insurance adjuster applicants in the District of Columbia must file the $20,000 Public Insurance Adjuster Bond as part of the licensing process.

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Non-Resident Public Insurance Adjusters

Non-resident applicants seeking a District of Columbia public insurance adjuster license must also meet the DC bond requirement.

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Multi-State Public Adjusters

If you work in multiple states or jurisdictions, you may need a separate bond for each license and each filing authority.

What Is the Purpose of a DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond?

A District of Columbia Public Insurance Adjuster Bond is a financial guarantee that the public insurance adjuster will comply with license regulations and contractual obligations. The bond gives the Department and damaged parties a way to seek recovery if the public insurance adjuster violates covered rules or causes a covered financial loss.

Public insurance adjusters help policyholders prepare claims, complete paperwork, file claims, and negotiate settlements. Because the role involves guiding consumers through complex insurance claims, DC requires the bond as a consumer-protection tool.

DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond vs Insurance

The DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond protects the Department and damaged parties. It is not insurance for the public insurance adjuster. Errors and omissions insurance may protect the adjuster, while the surety bond exists to satisfy licensing requirements and protect others.

How the DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond Process Works

Start Your Application Online

Enter basic information about the District of Columbia public insurance adjuster license and required $20,000 bond.

Review Your Quote

Select monthly, one-year, two-year, or three-year terms when available.

Pay Online

Complete checkout and receive your receipt, bond form, and filing instructions.

File the Bond

Submit the original signed and sealed bond form with any other licensing paperwork required by the Department.

Who Files the DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond?

The original signed and sealed Public Insurance Adjuster Bond form, along with any other licensure paperwork, must be submitted to the District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking.

Original Bond Mailing

DC public insurance adjuster bond filings may be mailed to:

District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking
1050 First St., NE, Suite 801
Washington, DC 20002

Bond Term and Renewal

Public adjuster licenses in the District of Columbia are issued for two-year terms. The DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond is not available for renewal after the paid bond term ends. If you need to maintain or renew your license, you will need to purchase and file a new Public Insurance Adjuster Bond.

Contact Jet at (855) 516-3348 or [email protected] and we can help confirm the filing method for your license.

Multi-State Public Adjusters

Working across state lines is common during catastrophe seasons and for national programs. Keep each license organized so bonds do not lapse or get filed incorrectly.

Bonds Are Jurisdiction Specific

Most states and jurisdictions require a separate bond that matches the exact license name, bond form, filing authority, and principal information.

Filing Methods Vary

Some regulators accept electronic filing, while others require original signed and sealed bonds.

Pricing Varies by State

Each state limit and license type is priced separately. Do not assume that two jurisdictions with similar limits will have the same premium.

Renewal Timing Matters

Keep renewal dates organized so your public insurance adjuster license remains active and the bond does not lapse or expire unexpectedly.

Need Bonds in Multiple States?

If you need public adjuster bonds for the District of Columbia and other states, reach out to Jet to discuss the states, limits, filing methods, and renewal timing needed for your licenses.

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How to Avoid a DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond Claim

  • Follow District of Columbia public insurance adjuster statutes and regulations.
  • Use clear written contracts that explain scope, duties, and fees.
  • Maintain accurate claim files, records, and communication logs.
  • Avoid negligence, fraud, dishonest practices, and misrepresentation.
  • Transfer insurance claim funds to the rightful policyholder when required.
  • Respond promptly to consumers and the Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking.
  • Purchase and file a new bond before expiration if your DC license must remain active.

What Happens if a Claim Is Filed?

Jet investigates, requests documents, and makes a decision. If the claim is valid, Jet pays up to the bond limit and then seeks reimbursement from the bonded principal under the indemnity agreement.

Want to Know More About Public Adjuster Bond Processes?

How to Renew My Bond

See Jet’s process for maintaining or replacing a bond when a new term is needed.

How to Cancel My Bond

See the details surrounding cancelling your bond.

Bond Claim Process

Find out what causes a claim and what happens after a claim is made.

Questions about renewals, cancellations, or claims? Contact Jet at (855) 516-3348 or [email protected].

DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond FAQ

What is a District of Columbia Public Insurance Adjuster Bond?

A District of Columbia Public Insurance Adjuster Bond is a license surety bond required for public insurance adjuster licensing. It protects the Department and damaged parties if the public insurance adjuster violates covered rules or causes a covered financial loss.

Who needs a DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond?

Resident and non-resident public insurance adjuster applicants in the District of Columbia need a $20,000 Public Insurance Adjuster Bond as part of the licensing process.

How much does a DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond cost?

Jet lists the DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond at $10 monthly, $100 for one year, $175 for two years, or $250 for three years.

What DC public insurance adjuster bond limit do I need?

The District of Columbia requires a $20,000 Public Insurance Adjuster Bond for public insurance adjuster licensing.

How do I buy a DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond online?

Start a quote online, select District of Columbia and Public Insurance Adjuster Bond, review the available term options, and follow the filing instructions after purchase. For help, call Jet at (855) 516-3348 or email [email protected].

Is a DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond insurance?

No. A DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond is not insurance for the public insurance adjuster. It protects the Department and damaged parties. If the surety pays a valid claim, the bonded public insurance adjuster must reimburse the surety.

Who files the DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond?

The original signed and sealed Public Insurance Adjuster Bond form must be submitted to the District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking with any other required licensing paperwork.

Where is the DC Public Insurance Adjuster Bond filed?

The original signed and sealed bond form is submitted to the District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking, 1050 First St., NE, Suite 801, Washington, DC 20002.

Can Jet help with public adjuster bonds in multiple states?

Yes. If you need public adjuster bonds in DC and other states, contact Jet at (855) 516-3348 or email [email protected] to discuss the jurisdictions, license types, bond limits, and filing instructions needed.

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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