Georgia Motor Carriers C.O.D. Bond
Overview
Georgia motor carriers operating collect-on-delivery (C.O.D.) freight services are required to post this bond before conducting regulated C.O.D. transportation in the state. It guarantees that collected funds are properly accounted for and remitted to the shipper or consignor as required. This is a statewide surety obligation — not a local permit — enforced at the Georgia level for carriers handling C.O.D. transactions. Failure to maintain it puts your operating authority at risk.
Who Needs This Bond?
You've been told you need this bond because you're a motor carrier in Georgia that collects payment on behalf of shippers at the time of delivery. If your freight operation involves accepting cash, checks, or other payment instruments from recipients and forwarding those funds back to the originating shipper, this bond is your required financial guarantee. It applies to carriers operating under Georgia's motor carrier regulations where C.O.D. service is part of the business model. Both new applicants and carriers renewing their authority may be required to file it.
What is this Bond For?
This bond protects shippers and consignors who entrust a Georgia motor carrier with collecting payment at the point of delivery. If the carrier fails to remit those collected funds — whether through mishandling, insolvency, or dishonesty — the bond provides a financial remedy. It holds the carrier accountable for properly managing every C.O.D. transaction completed during the course of business. The bond is a condition of operating authority, not optional coverage.
When is it Required?
Before you can offer or continue C.O.D. freight services under Georgia motor carrier authority, this bond must already be on file with the appropriate state agency. It is not something you obtain after your authority is granted — it is part of the requirement that triggers the grant. If your bond lapses at any point while you're operating, your authority to conduct C.O.D. transactions is jeopardized. Get the bond in place first, then move forward with your application or renewal.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond is a statewide Georgia requirement and applies to motor carriers operating C.O.D. freight services anywhere within the state. It is not limited to a single city, county, or region — it covers your entire Georgia operating footprint. Carriers domiciled outside Georgia who conduct C.O.D. operations within the state may also be subject to this filing.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' on this page and you'll be taken directly to the secure surety portal in a new tab. Enter your business details, complete the bond application, and move through the checkout process — no agent callback required. Once your bond is issued, you'll receive your bond documents and can file proof with Georgia's regulatory authority.
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