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What Is a Mississippi Contractor License Bond?
A Mississippi contractor license bond is a financial guarantee that a contractor will comply with licensing laws and building codes when working on a job. Each city or county sets its own license and bonding requirements.
Who Needs a Mississippi Contractor Bond?
Filing a surety bond is a licensing requirement to perform construction work in several Mississippi cities and counties. If you have a Mississippi construction contract over $75,000, you must also file a job-specific or blanket tax bond with the Department of Revenue before starting work.
Other Construction Bonds in Mississippi
You may also need a manufactured housing installer bond, performance bond or other type of contract bond for certain projects in Mississippi. These protect construction project owners from contractors who default or fail to uphold their contracts in any way.
Use the table below to find the Mississippi contract bond you need.
If you work outside of Mississippi, we also offer contractor license bonds nationwide.
How Much Do Mississippi Contractor Bonds Cost?
Contractor license bonds for most cities in Mississippi cost $50–$100 per year and are available for instant online purchase. Bond coverage and pricing may vary, so select your bond to get an exact price.
If you need a Mississippi contractor tax bond, prices start at $100 per year. Apply now for a free, personalized quote. Rates vary based on the credit score of all company owners.
How to Get a Mississippi Contractor Bond
You can purchase most Mississippi contractor license bonds online 24/7. Simply select your bond, enter your information, and checkout online.
If your Mississippi contract bond requires an application, apply now — it only takes two minutes! A SuretyBonds.com representative will contact you within one business day to discuss next steps.
How Do Mississippi Contractor Bonds Work?
Mississippi contractor bonds protect consumers who could be harmed by defective construction or other license noncompliance. If you break the bond terms, the surety company will pay valid claims to harmed parties up to the full bond amount, which you must then reimburse in full.
How Fast Can I Get My Bond?
SuretyBonds.com offers instant purchase and email delivery for most Mississippi contractor bonds. If your bond requires an application, orders placed by 4 PM CST Monday–Friday are typically processed same-day. Next-day shipping is available for physical bond forms.
Who Regulates Mississippi Contractor Licensing?
The Mississippi State Board of Contractors oversees licensing for residential and general contractors at the state level.
If you need a contractor license to work in a particular city or county in Mississippi, contact your local government agency to verify the license type and bond amount you need.
How to Get a Contractor License in Mississippi
To get your Mississippi commercial or residential contractor license, you’ll need to provide the following documentation to the state:
- Completed and notarized application
- Proof that your business is registered with the Secretary of State (for LLCs and corporations)
- Sales tax number from the Mississippi Department of Revenue
- Certificate of general liability insurance
- Proof of workers' compensation insurance (if you have 5 or more employees)
- 3 reference letters, including 1 from your bank
- Proof of experience in the classification of work requested (list at least 3 previous jobs)
- Reviewed or audited financial statement from a CPA
- Payment of nonrefundable fees
Submit your application packet to the Mississippi State Board of Contractors at the address below:
MSBOC
P.O. Box 320279
Jackson, MS 39232-0279
City and county contractor license application processing varies depending on the location and contractor license classification. Check with our local licensing authority for more information.
More Resources
- Mississippi SBOC: Frequently Asked Questions
- Mississippi SBOC: Forms
- Mississippi DOR: Bond Forms
- Batesville: Building Contractors Information Manual
- Brandon: Building Permits
- Byram: Public Works
- Canton
- Cleveland: Business Licensing
- Clinton: Licenses & Permits
- Columbus: Business
- Corinth: Business
- DeSoto County: Planning & Building
- Florence: Building & Contractor Registration
- Forest
- Greenwood
- Hattiesburg: Business Services, Contractor License Requirements
- Horn Lake: Application for Contractor's License
- Jackson: Business Licensing
- Jackson County: Privilege Licenses
- Kosciusko: Building & Zoning
- Madison: Business
- Marion
- McComb: Zoning, Inspections & Permits
- Meridian: Construction Guidelines
- New Albany
- Pearl: Community Development
- Rankin County: Business
- Richland
- Ridgeland: Licenses, Forms, & Permits
- Ripley: Public Works
- Southaven
- Tate County
- Tunica
- Tupelo: Building Permits
- West Point
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