Steps to Become a Surety Bondsman

Step 1

Self-study or register for the live Bail Bondsman and Runner course by selecting the option that works for you below:

• Online Course (Self-Paced)- $400 
• Live Classroom instruction- $550
• If self-study materials have been purchased, returning to class will only be an additional $150

Step 2

Register for the state mandated InsSC-BB16: SC Professional Bail Bondsman/Runner

• Register at: https://home.pearsonvue.com/sc/insurance 
• $59 per scheduled test
• YOU MUST BRING COPY OF DL, AND CLASS COMPLETION CERTIFICATE THE DAY OF TESTING

Step 3

Self-study or register for the insurance producer course

• Online Course (Self-Paced)- $150 for all materials
• Classroom instruction- $350
• If self-study materials have been purchased, returning to class will only be an additional $200

Step 4
Register for the state mandated InsSC-Sure08: SC Producer Surety Insurance

• Register at https://home.pearsonvue.com/sc/insurance 
• $59 per scheduled test
• YOU MUST BRING COPY OF DL

Step 5

Register for fingerprinting

• Register at https://www.identogo.com/contact
• $50.75 for fingerprinting cost
• This includes your SLED and FBI background check
• Keep receipt it must be mailed into the SCDOI with your application

Step 6

Have a passport size photograph taken

• This can be done at most CVS/Walgreens locations

Step 7

Apply for your South Carolina surety insurance producer license

• Complete your application for licensure at www.NIPR.com        
• Email a copy of your Identogo fingerprint receipt (bondsmanlicensing@doi.sc.gov)
• $25 Licensing Fee

Step 8

Once you receive your Limited Line producer license you may apply for your surety bondsman license.

• Complete your application for licensure at www.NIPR.com        
• Email the following to bondsmanlicensing@doi.sc.gov
  • A copy of your 30hr class completion certificate
  • A copy of your passing PSI test score
  • A copy of your insurance producer license
  • A copy of your fingerprinting receipt
  • A passport size photograph

Step 9

Wait on the SCDOI to process your application, you will receive confirmation of your acceptance or denial to the address you have provided!

​*Steps 1 and 3 may be done interchangeably