Florida Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bonds

Florida Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bond

If you are looking to become a licensee in the fuel and pollutants industry, the Florida Department of Revenue may require you to obtain an applicable Fuel Tax Bond.

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Jet Insurance Company provides various Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bonds to act as a financial assurance to the Florida Department of Revenue that the licensee will uphold necessary tax regulations regarding fuels and pollutants. This includes filing accurate reports and the payment of all taxes due. If any of these terms are violated, the surety bond will cover any taxes, accrued interest, penalties, and any other fees owed by the licensee to the Department.

How Is the Florida Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bond Limit Determined? What Are Jet’s Bond Prices?

The Florida Department of Revenue sets the standards in regards to determining your custom bond limit. The amount of the bond is based on your license type, so terminal suppliers, wholesalers, exporters, and those seeking a pollutants license will require a bond limit that is equal to three times the average monthly gallons purchased times the total tax levied (bond amounts will not exceed $300,000). If you are an importer, the bond limit must be equal to 60 days of tax liability (there is no maximum bond amount for an importer license).

At Jet, prices are a small percentage of the bond limit and are based on the personal credit score of the applicant. If you are seeking a $10,000 Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bond, prices begin at $100 for a one-year bond term. For additional bond limits and starting rates, take a look at the price chart below.

Bond LimitCost
$10,000$100
$20,000$200
$50,000$500
$100,000$1,000
FL Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bonds Pricing

Bond limits over $15,000 may require an additional look into your financial standing. If this is needed, a Jet underwriter will give you a quick call to discuss such information and an approved rate will be sent to you soon after.

Why Is a Florida Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bond Required and Who Needs It?

The various Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bonds act as extra layers of financial protection for the Florida Department of Revenue and are ultimately required in order to keep the licensee accountable for their actions. In cases where the licensee violates or fails to comply with state tax regulations, the surety bond will act as a means of restitution for the Department by covering any past-due taxes and/or fees.

There are several different license types in the fuel and pollutants industry, however, only a few licenses require a surety bond. The chart below illustrates which licenses require a Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bond, as well as information on what each license entails workwise.

License TypeWork Field Details
WholesalerA person who purchases gasoline, gasohol, diesel, or aviation fuel from terminal suppliers or wholesalers. The fuel may be placed into storage or sold to wholesalers or retail dealers. 
Biodiesel ManufacturerA business that processes and/or blends organic products that are marketed as biodiesel.
ImporterA wholesaler who is also licensed as an importer to import tax-unpaid gasoline, gasohol, diesel, or aviation fuel by common carrier or truck. 
ExporterA person who removes taxable motor, aviation, and diesel fuels from storage (e.g. a bulk facility or from a terminal) that is to be delivered outside of the State of Florida. 
Terminal SupplierA person who imports gasoline, gasohol, diesel, or aviation fuel into Florida through a vessel or pipeline and then places such product into a registered terminal. 
PollutantsPollutants are liquified commodities made from petroleum products, pesticides, ammonia, chlorine, or other solvents. To work with these pollutants as a wholesaler, importer, exporter, etc., you will require a pollutants license and surety bond. 
Retailer of Natural Gas FuelsAny person who sells or supplies natural gas fuel to users for use in a fuel supply tank of a motor vehicle.
 Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bond Requirements

*A retailer of natural gas fuels is not required to obtain a surety bond until January 1, 2024.

It is important to note that a separate bond is required for each fuel or pollutant product type that you work with as a licensee. Below, you will find a chart with details regarding each fuel and pollutant type. 

Fuel TypeDescription
Fuel / Motor FuelAll gasoline products, including products blended with gasoline or fuel and placed in a storage supply tank of a motor vehicle.
Diesel FuelPetroleum distillate (diesel #2 or biodiesel), including any product blended with diesel placed in the storage supply tank of a diesel-powered vehicle.
Aviation FuelFuel for use in an aircraft, including aviation gasoline, aviation turbine fuels, and kerosene.
Natural GasLiquefied petroleum or compressed natural gas, including fuel commonly or commercially known as natural gas, butane gas, and propane gas.
Fuel or Pollutant Types

For further information regarding licensing and the ins and outs of the fuel and pollutants industry, take a look at the Department’s Florida Fuel Tax webpage.

How to Apply for a Fuel and Pollutants Tax License Bond With Jet

At Jet, the application for a Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bond can be completed online. To begin your application, simply fill out the required information (e.g. contact details and social security number). Our underwriting team will also need to know which license applies to you and the bond limit required. 

Once submitted, a Jet underwriter will conduct a quick review which includes a soft credit check (this process won’t impact your score). As soon as this step has been taken care of, Jet may ask for additional financial information. When the quote is ready, you’ll receive an approved rate via email. All you need to do is fulfill the payment due and you’ll receive a copy of your receipt and bond form right away. It’s that easy!

Can Jet File My Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bond for Me?

Yes! The Jet team can file your surety bond for you free of charge. However, if you would prefer to take care of filing the bond yourself, the option to do so may be selected at checkout. The original signed and sealed Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bond, along with your completed Registration Package for Motor Fuel and/or Pollutants Registrants, must be submitted to the Florida Department of Revenue at the following mailing address:

Florida Department of Revenue
Fuel Unit, Account Management MS 1-5730
5050 W Tennessee Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399

More Information About Florida Fuel Tax Bonds

How to Renew My Bond

For annually-purchased bonds, see Jet’s bond renewal process. It’s simple!

How to Cancel My Bond

See the details surrounding cancelling your bond.

Bond Claim Process

Licensees need to be aware of Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bond claim causes and the process.

Florida Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bond Form Sample

Florida Fuel and Pollutants Tax Bond Form

Notary Bond Application:

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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:

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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:

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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: