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Washington PI Agency Bond Overview

  • Purpose: To hold private investigation agencies liable for following licensing laws
  • Who Needs It: All private investigator agencies working in Washington
  • Regulating Body: The Washington Department of Licensing, Public Protection Unit
  • Bond Amount: $10,000
  • Premium Price: $100 for one year of coverage

What Is a Washington Private Investigator Agency Bond?

The Washington Department of Licensing’s Public Protection Unit requires private investigative agencies to file $10,000 surety bonds as financial security. This includes any business that offers the following services: 

  • Bodyguard or escort services
  • Investigation services
  • Property loss prevention

Or, you can get liability insurance with minimum coverage of $25,000 bodily injury and $25,000 property damage. However, a surety bond is often the preferred financial security option.

How Much Do PI Agency Bonds Cost in Washington?

The state-required $10,000 private investigation agency bond costs $100 for a one-year term. Or, you can save 25% and select a two-year term for $175 or a three-year term for $250. Buy your bond online in minutes.

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$10,000Private Investigator Agency Bond

SuretyBonds.com offers the lowest available rates from our nationwide provider network with no added fees. 

How Does a Washington Private Investigator Agency Bond Work? 

This bond creates a legal contract between three parties. 

  • Principal: The bonded PI agency owner
  • Obligee: The Washington Department of Licensing, Public Protection Unit
  • Surety: The issuing surety provider

As the bond principal, you promise the obligee that you will uphold the bond terms. This includes following Title 38 TCW, Laws of 1991 of the State of Washington.

Washington PI Agency Bond Overview Purpose: To hold private investigation agencies liable for following licensing laws Who Needs It: All private investigator agencies working in Washington Regulating Body: The Washington Department of Licensing, Public Protection Unit Bond Amount: $10,000 Premium Price: $100 for one year of coverage

How Do I Get My Bond?

You can get your investigative agency bond online in minutes. Enter your information and checkout on this page. You’ll receive the  official bond form via email in minutes.

Can I Get Bonded With Bad Credit?

Yes, there is no minimum personal credit requirement for this bond. Everyone qualifies at the same flat rate.

How Do I Renew My Bond?

This bond will expire after one year. Before that date, we’ll send you reminders. All you need to do is pay the renewal premium — we’ll do the rest. Your bond will stay active for another 1–3 year term.

How to Get a Private Investigative Agency License in Washington

Follow these four general steps to open a PI agency in Washington state: 

  1. Make sure you meet the basic requirements
  2. Submit fingerprints through Indentogo (if in state) 
  3. Purchase a $10,000 surety bond
  4. Prepare written proof that you have three years of qualifying investigative experience 

You can apply online or by mail: 

State of Washington

Business Licensing Service

PO Box 9034

Olympia, WA 98507-9034

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