Washington public adjuster bond

Washington Public Adjuster Bond Requirements, Cost & Filing Guide

Washington public adjusters may need a surety bond before the Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner will issue or maintain the public adjuster license. Jet helps Washington public adjusters review the $5,000 bond requirement, compare available pricing, and receive filing instructions after purchase.

Washington requires a $5,000 Public Adjuster Bond for corporate public adjusters and non-affiliated individual public adjusters. The bond must be in the name of the licensee and remain active while the public adjuster license is in force.

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Last updated: July 2026. Washington public adjuster bond, licensing, and filing requirements may change. Confirm final instructions with the Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner or your license application before filing.

Washington Public Adjuster Bond Quick Answers

Question Short Answer
Who needs a Washington Public Adjuster Bond? Corporate public adjusters and non-affiliated individual public adjusters must file a public adjuster bond with the Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner.
What bond amount is required? Washington requires a $5,000 Public Adjuster Bond.
Does the bond amount increase for affiliates? No. Washington’s $5,000 bond amount does not increase based on the number of additional affiliates.
Who regulates Washington public adjusters? Washington public adjuster licenses are regulated by the Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner.
How much does the bond cost? Jet lists the Washington Public Adjuster Bond at $10 monthly, $100 for one year, $175 for two years, or $250 for three years.
How is the bond filed? The bond must be filed with the Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner before the license is issued.
Can the bond be cancelled? Yes. The surety must provide at least 30 days’ written notice to the Commissioner before cancellation.
How do I buy the bond? Start a quote online, select Washington and Public Adjuster Bond, review your options, and follow the filing instructions provided after purchase.

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Washington Public Adjuster Bond Cost

The Washington Public Adjuster Bond cost depends on the required $5,000 bond amount and selected term length. Jet lists monthly, one-year, two-year, and three-year options for eligible applicants.

Bond Type Bond Amount Monthly Option One-Year Option Two-Year Option Three-Year Option
Washington Public Adjuster Bond $5,000 $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 $5,000 coverage required by Washington. The bond cost, also called the premium, is the amount paid to purchase the bond. These are not the same thing.

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Which Washington Public Adjuster Bond Do I Need?

The required bond must match the Washington public adjuster license name. The bond should be completed in the legal name of the public adjuster licensee shown on the application or license record.

If Your Washington Filing Type Is You Likely Need Bond Amount Start Quote
Corporate Public Adjuster Washington Public Adjuster Bond in the corporate licensee name $5,000 Get Quote
Non-Affiliated Individual Public Adjuster Washington Public Adjuster Bond in the individual licensee name $5,000 Get Quote
Affiliated Public Adjuster Confirm whether the sponsoring corporate bond applies or whether a separate bond is required Confirm with OIC or application instructions Ask Jet
Insurance Company Adjuster or Independent Adjuster Not the Washington Public Adjuster Bond unless specifically instructed by Washington OIC Confirm with OIC or application instructions Ask Jet

Important: Washington public adjuster bond requirements are tied to the license type and the name of the licensee. Confirm the principal name before filing so the bond matches the application.

Not sure which bond applies? Contact Jet at (855) 516-3348 or [email protected] before starting your quote.

Get Your Washington Public Adjuster Bond Quote

Start your quote online and select Washington as the state. Then choose the Public Adjuster Bond that matches your public adjuster license requirement.

  • Online quote request
  • Monthly, one-year, two-year, and three-year options for eligible applicants
  • Pricing starting at $10 monthly or $100 for a one-year term
  • Washington-specific filing instructions
  • $5,000 bond requirement guidance
  • Corporate and non-affiliated individual public adjuster guidance
  • Power of Attorney support
  • License-name review before filing
  • Multi-state public adjuster bond support

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Have your state, public adjuster license name, address, requested effective date, and application details ready.

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What You Need to Start a Washington Public Adjuster Bond Quote

1

Your State

Select Washington as the state where you are applying for, renewing, or maintaining your public adjuster license.

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Your License Name

Use the legal name that must appear on the Washington public adjuster license and bond.

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License Details

Provide the requested effective date, address, and public adjuster license information that should match the bond.

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Who Needs a Washington Public Adjuster Bond?

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Corporate Public Adjusters

Corporate public adjusters must file a $5,000 Public Adjuster Bond with the Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner before the license is issued.

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Non-Affiliated Individual Public Adjusters

A non-affiliated individual public adjuster must file a $5,000 bond in the individual licensee name.

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Multi-State Adjusters

Public adjusters licensed in multiple states should confirm each state’s bond amount, filing method, contract rules, and renewal timing separately.

Why Washington Public Adjusters Need the Bond

Washington requires the Public Adjuster Bond as a financial responsibility safeguard tied to the public adjuster license. The bond supports compliance with Washington insurance laws and gives the public and the state a financial protection mechanism if the public adjuster violates covered license duties.

The bond is in favor of the people of the State of Washington and is conditioned on the public adjuster complying with Washington public adjuster requirements. If a covered violation causes a valid loss, a claim may be filed against the bond.

License Compliance

The bond helps satisfy Washington’s financial responsibility requirement for public adjuster licensing.

Consumer Protection

The bond helps protect the public if a licensed public adjuster fails to comply with covered duties.

State Oversight

The bond gives the Washington OIC a financial guarantee connected to the public adjuster license.

Claim Accountability

If Jet pays a valid bond claim, the bonded principal must reimburse Jet under the indemnity agreement.

Important: The Washington Public Adjuster Bond is not insurance for the public adjuster. It protects the public and the state. If the surety pays a valid claim, the bonded principal is responsible for reimbursing the surety.

Washington Public Adjuster Bond Rules to Know

Washington requires the bond to be filed with the Office of the Insurance Commissioner before the public adjuster license is issued. The bond may be continuous, and total aggregate liability under the bond may be limited to the $5,000 bond amount.

  • The required bond amount is $5,000.
  • The bond must be in the name of the licensee.
  • The bond amount does not increase with additional affiliates.
  • The bond is in favor of the people of the State of Washington.
  • The bond must be filed with the Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner.
  • The bond may be continuous.
  • The surety must provide at least 30 days’ written notice to the Commissioner before cancellation.
  • The public adjuster should maintain the bond while the license is active.

How the Washington Public Adjuster Bond Process Works

Start Your Quote Online

Enter basic information about the Washington public adjuster license and required $5,000 bond.

Review Your Price

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

Pay Online

Complete checkout and receive your receipt, bond form, Power of Attorney, and Washington filing instructions.

File the Bond

Follow Washington OIC instructions for submitting the bond with the public adjuster license filing.

Who Files the Washington Public Adjuster Bond?

Washington public adjuster bond filing should follow the instructions provided by the Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner or the license application. The bond must be filed with the Commissioner before the public adjuster license is issued.

Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner Contact

Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner
Phone: (360) 725-7146
Consumer Hotline: 1-800-562-6900

Before Filing

Confirm that the license name, bond amount, bond number, effective date, signatures, seal, Power of Attorney, and filing method match the Washington application instructions.

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 adjusting programs. Keep each public adjuster license organized so bonds, filings, contracts, term dates, business entity rules, and renewal requirements do not lapse or get submitted incorrectly.

Bonds Are State Specific

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

Filing Methods Vary

Washington requires filing with the OIC, while other states may use uploads, emails, mailed originals, or application attestations.

Pricing Varies by State

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

Renewal Timing Matters

Track license and bond requirements so the public adjuster license remains supported by an active bond.

Need Bonds in Multiple States?

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

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

How to Avoid a Washington Public Adjuster Bond Claim

  • Maintain the required $5,000 Public Adjuster Bond while the license is active.
  • Use the exact license name required by Washington OIC.
  • File the bond before acting under the public adjuster license.
  • Follow Washington public adjuster laws, rules, contract requirements, and OIC instructions.
  • Do not misrepresent claim facts, policy terms, fees, or services.
  • Keep client funds, settlement documents, contracts, and claim records organized.
  • Respond promptly to regulator requests and consumer complaints.
  • Renew the license and bond on time when renewal is required.

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.

Read Jet’s Surety Bond Claims Guide

Want to Know More About Public Adjuster Bond Processes?

How to Renew My Bond

For annually purchased bonds, see Jet’s process to renew your public adjuster bond.

Read the Renewal Guide

How to Cancel My Bond

See the details surrounding cancelling your public adjuster bond.

Read the Cancellation Guide

Bond Claim Process

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

Read the Claims Guide

More public adjuster bond information is available in Jet’s Public Adjuster Bonds guide.

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

Washington Public Adjuster Bond FAQ

What is a Washington Public Adjuster Bond?

A Washington Public Adjuster Bond is a $5,000 surety bond required for certain Washington public adjuster licensees.

Who needs a Washington Public Adjuster Bond?

Corporate public adjusters and non-affiliated individual public adjusters must file a $5,000 Public Adjuster Bond with the Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner.

How much does a Washington Public Adjuster Bond cost?

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

What Washington public adjuster bond amount do I need?

Washington requires a $5,000 Public Adjuster Bond.

Does the Washington bond amount increase with affiliates?

No. The Washington bond amount does not increase based on the number of additional affiliates.

How do I buy a Washington Public Adjuster Bond online?

Start a quote online, select Washington and Public 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 Washington Public Adjuster Bond insurance?

No. A Washington Public Adjuster Bond is not insurance for the adjuster. It protects the public and supports compliance with Washington licensing rules. If the surety pays a valid claim, the bonded principal must reimburse the surety.

Can the Washington Public Adjuster Bond be cancelled?

Yes. The surety must provide at least 30 days’ written notice to the Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner before cancellation.

Can Jet help with public adjuster bonds in multiple states?

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

Get the Bond Required for Your Washington Public Adjuster License

Start your quote online and choose the Washington Public Adjuster Bond that matches your license requirement. Jet will provide the bond form and filing instructions after purchase.

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

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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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