One of the first questions people ask when they contact Jurisco is, “How long does it take to get a surety bond?” And it makes sense — most people are dealing with a deadline. A court hearing is coming up, probate can’t move forward, or a business license is on hold until the bond is filed.
The good news is that getting a surety bond usually takes less time than most people expect. In many cases, Jurisco can issue a bond the same day the application is completed. But the exact timing depends on a few factors, which we break down below.
Most standard surety bonds — especially license bonds, many court bonds, and most probate bonds — don’t take long at all. At Jurisco, same-day or next-day issuance is the norm, not the exception.
However, the full answer depends on the type of bond, the bond amount, and the documents the court or agency requires.
Let’s look at what actually affects the turnaround time.
Different bonds take different amounts of time. Here’s a general breakdown:
These bonds usually have clear requirements and predictable underwriting. Once your application is reviewed and approved, they can be issued quickly.
These don’t necessarily take long, but they may require a more detailed underwriting review.
Bond amount matters because it tells the surety how much financial risk is on the line. The higher the risk, the more careful the underwriting process needs to be.
For example:
Even with large bonds, Jurisco’s team still works quickly — but the complexity may extend the timeline by a day or two.
Most delays happen before the underwriting process even begins — usually because the necessary documents aren’t submitted yet.
For the fastest turnaround, you’ll want to have:
Submitting everything accurately helps the underwriter review your application right away.
If you’re not sure what the court or agency requires, Jurisco can help verify the paperwork. This often saves clients from repeat trips back and forth with clerks or licensing offices.
Surety bonds aren’t insurance — they’re guarantees. That means the underwriter needs to confirm the applicant is financially reliable enough to take on the obligation.
A strong credit history often speeds things up because underwriting is straightforward.
However, even if your credit isn’t perfect, Jurisco works with a wide range of clients. In those cases, the bond may still be issued quickly, but the underwriter may ask for a bit more information.
Some states are stricter than others when it comes to formatting, wording, or bond amounts. California, New York, and Florida, for example, are known for particular procedural requirements.
If a court or agency has very specific instructions, the bond must be written exactly the way they expect it.
That’s where Jurisco’s experience really helps — the team already knows the requirements for most courts and agencies nationwide, which means fewer errors and faster approval.
Here’s what most clients experience:
In urgent situations, Jurisco can often expedite the process as long as all required information is provided.
Clients rely on Jurisco because the process is simple and efficient:
When your case or business depends on a bond being filed on time, speed and accuracy make all the difference.
If you’re facing a deadline and need to know exactly how long it will take to get your surety bond, Jurisco can help. Once your application is submitted, the team moves fast to get you the bond you need — often the same day.
Contact Jurisco today to request a quote and get your bond issued as quickly as possible.