North Carolina CDL Third Party Tester Bond Guide
If you’re applying for a third party tester license in North Carolina, you’ll likely need this surety bond.
Bond Overview
- Purpose: To guarantee that third party testers conduct commercial driver’s license testing properly
- Who Needs It: Commercial driving licenses (CDLs) third party testing providers in North Carolina
- Regulating Body: The North Carolina Department of Transportation
- Required Coverage: $30,000
- Premium Rate: $300–$3,000, credit–based
Learn all about the bond requirements and process in this guide.
What Is a CDL Third Party Tester Bond?
A North Carolina CDL third party tester bond is a financial guarantee that testing providers will follow state laws. This protects the state government, commercial drivers and the general public. All commercial driver’s license testing providers must file a $30,000 surety bond to legally operate in the state.
The bond is used to pay potential claims that arise due to a tester's deceitfulness. Unlawful activities covered by the surety bond include:
- Mismanaging or losing test records from the past two years
- Issuing fake licenses
- Not following proper testing protocols
- Tampering with test results
How Much Do Commercial Drivers License Testing Bonds Cost?
North Carolina commercial drivers license third party tester bonds cost a small percentage of the required $30,000 coverage, typically 1-10%.
With excellent personal credit, you can expect to pay $300. A surety expert will provide your personalized rate within a few hours or less. Apply for your free quote now!
SuretyBonds.com offers the lowest available rates from our nationwide provider network with no added fees.
Who Needs a Third Party Tester Bond?
A CDL third party tester is a government entity, educational institution or commercial motor vehicle business entity that is licensed to manage CDL tests through the DoT. Common examples include:
- Driver education schools
- Local trucking companies
- CDL training centers
How Do I Get My Bond?
SuretyBonds.com provides the fastest and easiest way to get a North Carolina commercial drivers license third party tester bond. Just follow these quick steps:
- Apply: Submit an online quote request form
- Quote: Receive your quote within one day
- Sign: Complete the indemnity agreement
- Buy: Purchase the bond online 24/7
We’ll mail you the bond via your preferred shipping method. Be sure to file it with the Department of Transportation as instructed.
If you have any questions, call our friendly surety experts at 1 (800) 308-4358 for assistance.
How Does a North Carolina Driver License Third Party Tester Bond Work?
A driver license third party tester bond creates a legal contract between these three parties:
- Principal: You, the third party tester filing the bond
- Obligee: The Department of Transportation requiring the bond
- Surety: The provider issuing the bond
This holds you financially responsible for upholding the provisions of North Carolina Administrative Code 03B.0703.
If you break the bond terms, harmed parties can file claims. The surety will pay valid claims up to the bond amount, but you must ultimately refund the surety.
How Do I Renew My Bond?
These bonds expire annually. To renew your driver license third party tester bond, simply pay your renewal invoice when prompted.
We’ll begin contacting you by phone and email 90 days before the expiration date.
