California Tax Preparer Bond
Flat Rates & No Credit Check
| Bond Amount Required | Bond Term | Annual Premium |
| $5,000 | 5 Years | $80 |
Non-exempt tax preparers who prepare or assist with California income tax returns for compensation must register with the California Tax Education Council (CTEC) and maintain a $5,000 surety bond. Required as part of CTEC registration, the tax preparer bond helps protect taxpayers from covered fraud and supports compliance with California tax preparer requirements.
Cost of the California Tax Preparer Bond
The cost of the $5,000 California tax preparer bond is $25 for a one-year term, $45 for a two-year term, $50 for a three-year term, $64 for a four-year term or $80 for a five-year term with NNA Surety. Secure your tax preparer bond today.
How the California Tax Preparer Bond Works
The California tax preparer bond helps protect taxpayers while holding registered tax preparers financially accountable for complying with applicable California requirements. CTEC requires registered tax preparers to maintain the $5,000 bond as part of their registration.
The bond involves three parties:
- Principal: Tax preparer
- Obligee: State of California
- Surety: Bonding company
A claim against the bond may be filed when the principal commits a covered act that causes a covered loss. The principal is responsible for reimbursing the surety for valid claims paid under the bond.
How to Get the California Tax Preparer Bond
Follow these simple steps to get bonded with NNA Surety:
- Complete this short online application.
- Pay the applicable bond premium.
- Receive the bond form via email.
- Download and file the bond as required for your CTEC registration.
Learn more about your California surety bond options across the state.
Get Your California Tax Preparer Bond
Keep your CTEC registration requirements on track by securing your tax preparer bond today. Complete this form or contact NNA Surety to get bonded. For more information, call 855-457-2196 to speak to our team.