A Nevada garage bond is a $5,000 surety bond required by the Nevada DMV to legally operate a vehicle repair shop. Dedicated body shops need a $10,000 bond. It protects customers from fraud, negligence, or deceptive practices and usually costs around $100 per year for most applicants.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Bond amount (repair garage) | $5,000 |
| Bond amount (body shop) | $10,000 |
| Who requires it | Nevada DMV, Occupational and Business Licensing |
| Cost | Around $100 per year for standard credit |
| Who needs it | Shops doing mechanical or electrical vehicle repairs |
| Key forms | OBL 269 (bond), OBL 344 (garage registration) |
Who needs a Nevada garage bond?
Any business that performs mechanical or electrical motor vehicle repairs needs this bond. That includes work on engines, brakes, transmissions, and air conditioning. The Nevada DMV Occupational and Business Licensing division enforces the requirement.
Bond amounts and cost
- $5,000 bond: standard repair garages
- $10,000 bond: dedicated body shops
Because the required limit is relatively low, premiums usually start at a flat rate around $100 per year for standard credit.
How to apply
- Complete the Vehicle Industry Business License Bond Form (OBL 269) and purchase the bond through a licensed surety provider.
- File the Garage Registration Information packet (OBL 344) with the state, including your application, business license requirements, and proof of your bond.
For all state rules and downloadable checklists, see the Nevada DMV Occupational and Business Licensing page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Nevada garage bond?
$5,000 for a standard repair garage and $10,000 for a body shop. The premium usually starts around $100 per year.
Who has to carry it?
Any shop performing mechanical or electrical vehicle repairs, such as engine, brake, transmission, or AC work.
Which agency requires it?
The Nevada DMV, through its Occupational and Business Licensing division.
What forms do I need?
The OBL 269 bond form and the OBL 344 garage registration packet.
How fast can I get bonded?
With standard credit the bond is usually issued quickly at the flat rate, so you can move on to filing your registration packet.
