Child Custody Bonds

What Are Child Custody Bonds? 

Child custody bonds are court-based surety bonds designed to protect children throughout and after divorce proceedings. These bonds may be required by the court when there is an apparent risk to a child’s safety. 

How Much Do Child Custody Bonds Cost?

The court will decide the bond coverage you need. Premiums are a percentage of the total bond amount. For child custody bonds, premiums typically cost 1–10% of the bond amount.

Your rate will be calculated based on your credit score and other qualifying factors. Apply now to receive a free quote.

How Do Child Custody Bonds Work? 

A court may require this bond if there is a risk to a child’s safety or potential for a violation of visitation rights. For example, a parent with a history of custody violations may need to file a surety bond if they wish to take their child on a trip. 

As with all other surety bonds, there are three parties involved: 

• Principal: Parent purchasing the bond
• Surety: Surety company issuing the bond
• Obligee: Parent requesting court protection via surety bond 

How to Get a Child Custody Bond

Working with SuretyBonds.com is the fastest and easiest way to get a child custody bond. Just follow these four quick steps: 

1. Apply online at SuretyBonds.com 
2. Get a free quote within one business day
3. Purchase your bond online or over the phone
4. File the bond with the obligee parent and the court

How Do I Renew My Child Custody Bond?

Child custody bonds have a one-year term and require annual renewal. You must maintain an active bond until the court officially releases the obligation. Here is the simple renewal process we follow at SuretyBonds.com:

1. Pay your premium online or over the phone
2. Sign and submit any additional documentation, if required
3. File renewal documentation with your obligee, if required

Can I Get a Child Custody Bond With Bad Credit? 

Don’t let poor credit stop you from applying for the bond you need! Our experts work hard to approve 99% of applicants. Plus, we partner with the top providers nationwide to find the best rates possible even if you have low credit. Learn more about our bad credit bonding program.