Minnesota Lottery Retailer Bond
Overview
Minnesota Lottery retailers who sell tickets to the public are required to post a surety bond before the state will authorize them to participate in the lottery program. This bond protects the Minnesota State Lottery by guaranteeing that licensed retailers will properly account for and remit all lottery ticket proceeds. If a retailer fails to meet their financial obligations to the lottery, the bond provides a mechanism for the state to recover those losses. It is a condition of doing business as an authorized lottery retailer in Minnesota — not optional.
Who Needs This Bond?
If you have applied for or currently hold a Minnesota Lottery retailer license, you are required to obtain this bond before you can sell lottery tickets. This applies to convenience stores, gas stations, grocery stores, bars, and any other retail establishment seeking authorization from the Minnesota State Lottery to sell tickets. Existing retailers may also need to secure or renew this bond to maintain their active retailer status. If the Minnesota State Lottery has told you that a surety bond is required, this is the bond you need.
What is this Bond For?
Authorized lottery retailers collect money from customers purchasing tickets and are trusted to remit those proceeds accurately to the Minnesota State Lottery. This bond guarantees that the retailer will faithfully perform that financial obligation. Should a retailer fail to remit funds, misappropriate proceeds, or otherwise default on their duties under the retailer agreement, the bond gives the Minnesota State Lottery a financial remedy. It holds retailers accountable and keeps the integrity of the state lottery program intact.
When is it Required?
Renewal of your Minnesota Lottery retailer license brings this bond requirement back into focus — retailers must maintain a valid bond for as long as they are authorized to sell lottery tickets. The bond must be in place before you are approved to begin selling, and it must remain active throughout the life of your retailer agreement. If your bond lapses or is cancelled, your authorization to sell lottery tickets in Minnesota can be suspended or revoked. Stay ahead of any expiration date to avoid a gap in your authorization.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond is a statewide requirement administered by the Minnesota State Lottery and applies across all of Minnesota. It is not a city or county permit — it is a condition set by the state lottery authority for any retailer selling Minnesota Lottery products. Wherever your retail location is in Minnesota, this is the bond that applies.
How to Buy Online
Click the 'Buy This Bond Online' button on this page and you will be taken directly into the secure surety portal in a new tab. Complete the application, and once approved, your bond documents are available for download and submission to the Minnesota State Lottery. No phone calls, no waiting on an agent — just a straightforward online process.
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