Arizona Private Investigator Bond Overview
- Purpose: To protect the state and any individuals harmed by a private detective
- Who Needs It: All individual private investigators and private investigation companies
- Regulating Body: The Arizona Department of Public Safety
- Bond Amount: $2,500
- Premium Price: $176 for the four-year term
What Is an Arizona Private Investigator Bond?
An Arizona private investigator bond is a financial security that protects clients and the state if individual PIs or investigative agencies cause harm.
This bond specifically requires private investigators and agencies to conduct business honestly and uphold Arizona Revised Statutes.
How Much Do Private Investigator Bonds Cost in Arizona?
The Arizona private investigator bond costs $176 for the state-required four-year term. There is no application process — everyone qualifies at the same flat rate. Buy your bond instantly below.
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How Does an Arizona PI Bond Work?
All private investigator bonds create a legal contract between a PI and two other parties.
- Principal: The private investigator or agency owner filing the bond
- Obligee: The Arizona Department of Public Safety – Public Services Center
- Surety: The surety provider issuing the bond
By filing your private investigation bond, you agree to comply with state regulations while working as a professional investigator. If you fail to do so, your surety company will pay valid claims to harmed individuals up to your full $2,500 bond amount, which you must reimburse.
How Do I Get My PI Bond?
You can buy your investigator bond online in minutes. Just enter your basic personal and business information and checkout. We’ll email you the official bond form in minutes.
How Do I Renew My Bond?
If you renew your PI license and surety bond for another four-year term, you’ll need to:
- Pay the $186 renewal premium
- File the continuation certificate with the DPS
This will prove your original bond form is still active.
Can I Update My Bond Form?
If the DPS requires an update to your bond form, contact your surety provider. Current clients can email [email protected] to explain the needed change.
The most common change requested is updating your name to match your current private detective license or new licensing application paperwork.
How to Become a Private Investigator in Arizona
If you’re providing investigative services in Arizona on a contract basis, you must be licensed with the DPS. You'll need to complete the following steps to apply as a licensed private investigator in Arizona.
- Verify you meet all requirements.
- Apply through the DPS Public Service Portal.
- Submit fingerprints for your FBI criminal background check.
- Buy and file a $2,500 surety bond.
- Pay the application fees.
Wait at least 15 business days after applying before following up on your application status.
Learn more in our guide on how to get an Arizona security guard or private investigator agency license.
