Immigration and other federal bonds cannot be financed and must be paid in full. Their rates are generally 15% and may carry additional fees, which is why understanding the process up front matters so much.
How federal bonds differ
Unlike a state surety bond, a federal or immigration bond is paid in full rather than through a financed premium. The cost is generally higher than a state bond, and the timeline and paperwork run through federal channels. We explain exactly what to expect before any money changes hands.
How we help
We confirm the bond amount, walk you through the requirements, and coordinate the steps to secure a release. A bilingual agent is on every shift, so language is never a barrier to understanding the process.
Watch the rate
California Insurance Code § 1800 caps the bail premium at 10% of the face amount of the bond — that’s the legal ceiling, not the minimum. Anything above 10% is illegal. Walk away from any bondsman who quotes above the cap, demands wired money before paperwork is signed, has no California Department of Insurance license number visible, or pressures you to decide in under a minute. A real bondsman walks the family through the math.