Indiana — Vehicle Dealer Bond
Indiana's vehicle dealer bond secures fines, penalties, costs and fees assessed by the Secretary of State. Prepare the dealership's $25,000 bond application and start with Propeller.
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- Recorded state
- Indiana
- Bond type
- Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond
- Category
- Vehicles, titles & transportation
What this bond does
To secure payment of fines, penalties, costs, and fees assessed by the Secretary of State.
- Who needs it
- Indiana Vehicle Dealer
- Who it protects
- The bond is held in favor of the Secretary of State.
Your bond option
This is the option on record for this bond.
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The bond amount describes the limit of the bond obligation, not the price. A listed amount does not establish what the requesting party requires. The premium is what you pay and must be confirmed for the actual option. An E&O limit, where listed, is separate errors and omissions insurance.
Sources
- Auto Dealer Services Division: Dealer Bond Requirements (opens in a new tab)Checked October 19, 2026
Have these ready
- Have the dealer business name, license details and State Form 53966 (R7/03-24) instructions ready.
- Apply through the provider using the requested amount and effective date.
- After issuance, sign the bond and submit bond updates through Indiana's Dealer Portal; the Division no longer accepts updates by mail or email.
Questions about this bond
Can I submit my bond updates via email?
No, as of October 1, 2024, the Division no longer accepts bond or insurance updates via US mail or email.
What version of the bond form must I use?
You must use the (R7/03-24) version of State Form 53966; older versions will not be accepted.
What is a common error when submitting the bond?
Dealers often fail to sign the bond before submitting it to the office.