Indiana Gasoline Use Tax Bond
Overview
Indiana's Department of Revenue requires this bond from businesses that use gasoline and owe use tax on that fuel. It guarantees you will report and remit every dollar of gasoline use tax you owe to the state on time. If you fail to pay, the state can make a claim against the bond to recover the unpaid tax. This is a financial assurance tool — not a license in itself — but you cannot operate without it once the state demands it.
Who Needs This Bond?
If you purchase gasoline for business use in Indiana and are required to register as a gasoline use tax payer with the Indiana Department of Revenue, this bond is your obligation. Businesses that consume fuel outside the normal retail pump-and-pay chain — such as fleet operators, contractors, or industrial users who buy gasoline in bulk or across state lines — are the most common applicants. The state identifies these businesses during the registration or licensing process and mandates the bond as a condition of approval. You will know you need it because the Department of Revenue will tell you so explicitly.
What is this Bond For?
This bond protects the State of Indiana against unpaid gasoline use tax. As the principal, you are guaranteeing that your business will accurately track taxable gasoline use, file required returns, and pay all use tax owed to the Indiana Department of Revenue. The surety backs that promise — if you default, the state can file a claim to recover what it is owed. The bond does not pay your tax for you; it ensures the state has a financial backstop when a taxpayer fails to comply.
When is it Required?
Renewal terms vary based on how the Department of Revenue structures your bond requirement, so check your registration documents for any expiration date tied to your account. This bond is typically required at the time you register as a gasoline use tax payer in Indiana — meaning the trigger is the registration process itself, not a later event. If your registration lapses or the state audits your account and finds noncompliance, you may also be required to post or renew this bond before you can continue operating. Stay ahead of any expiration to avoid a gap in your compliance status.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond is a statewide Indiana requirement administered by the Indiana Department of Revenue. It applies to your gasoline use tax obligations anywhere within the state of Indiana. There is no county or municipal component — your bond filing runs through the state agency directly.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' on this page to open the secure surety portal in a new tab. Enter your business information, complete the bond application, and move through checkout — the process is designed to be completed in one sitting without waiting on an agent. Once issued, your bond documents are available digitally so you can file with the Indiana Department of Revenue without delay.
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