Oregon direct shipper bonds.
From $100.

An OLCC direct shipper permit — used to ship wine or cider directly to Oregon residents — requires you to maintain a privilege-tax bond under ORS 471.155, in a minimum amount of $1,000, backing the privilege tax you owe. The premium starts from $100, with no credit information collected in the application.

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Required for an OLCC direct shipper permit under ORS 471.155 — unless the OLCC waives it

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Minimum bond amount of $1,000 — the OLCC sizes it to the privilege tax you owe

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1% of the bond amount — $100 minimum; enter your required bond amount and your price appears

1% of bond amount$100 minimumInstantapproval for mostNo SSNin the application

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How it works

Three steps. One sitting.

No underwriting queue for the standard direct shipper bond — enter your amount, pay, and file with the OLCC. Here is the whole thing:

TODAY · ONLINE

Apply online

Your business details, the bond amount the OLCC required, and the effective date — that is the entire application.

INSTANTLY

Issued on the spot

No waiting for most applicants — the executed bond is generated as soon as you pay. The application collects no credit information; larger amounts may get a quick review.

SAME DAY

File with the OLCC

Submit the executed bond with your direct shipper permit application. Wet-ink originals mailed whenever the OLCC insists.

About this bond

What it is and who needs it.

What the direct shipper bond covers

An OLCC direct shipper permit lets a winery or wine seller ship wine or cider directly to Oregon residents. Because Oregon assesses a privilege tax on wine shipped into the state (ORS Chapter 473), the permit holder must secure that tax with a bond under ORS 471.155.

Direct shipper permit holders must maintain a bond or other security in a minimum amount of $1,000. The bond backs the license fees, privilege taxes, penalties, and interest you owe — if you don’t pay, the OLCC can recover against it.

The OLCC waives the bond for a permit holder that was not liable for a privilege tax in the prior year and does not expect to be in the current year, unless it presents an unusual risk of nonpayment. If you do need one, enter the amount the OLCC named (at least $1,000) — premiums start from $100, and your exact price appears at the application.

ORS 471.155 / ORS 471.282 (OLCC direct shipper permit)An OLCC direct shipper permit (ORS 471.282) requires the permit holder to maintain a bond or other security described in ORS 471.155 in a minimum amount of $1,000, securing license fees, privilege taxes (ORS Chapter 473), penalties, and interest. The OLCC waives the bond for a permit holder not liable for privilege tax in the prior year that does not expect to be liable in the current year, absent unusual risk of nonpayment. Confirm your required amount on your OLCC paperwork.

You need this bond if you are

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Applying for an OLCC direct shipper permit to ship wine or cider to Oregon residents

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A permit holder liable for privilege tax on the wine you ship into Oregon

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Renewing your direct shipper permit and your current bond is expiring or non-renewing

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Not eligible for the waiver because you expect to owe privilege tax this year

One application, issued on the spot.

Submit the application with the bond amount the OLCC required (at least $1,000) — the executed bond is generated instantly, ready to file.

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FAQ

Common questions.

How much is the Oregon direct shipper bond?The premium is 1% of the bond amount, with a $100 minimum. The bond itself has a $1,000 statutory minimum, and the OLCC may set it higher in proportion to the privilege tax you owe. Your exact price appears at the application.

Can the OLCC waive my direct shipper bond?Yes. The OLCC waives the bond for a permit holder that was not liable for a privilege tax in the prior year and does not expect to be in the current year, unless it presents an unusual risk of nonpayment. If you qualify, you may not need this bond at all.

What does the bond guarantee?It secures the license fees, privilege taxes, penalties, and interest you owe the OLCC under ORS 471.155 and ORS Chapter 473. If you don’t pay, the state can recover against the bond — and if the surety pays, you repay the surety.

Is there a credit check?The application collects no credit information, and most applications approve instantly. If a check ever runs, it's a soft pull that won't touch your score.

What amount should I choose?Use the figure on your OLCC paperwork — at least the $1,000 minimum. If you don’t have it yet, start at $1,000 and send us your OLCC documents; we’ll confirm before issuing.

Which A-rated carriers underwrite these bonds?Typically Arch Insurance Company (A.M. Best A+) or Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company (A.M. Best A). Which one writes your bond depends on the bond type and your state. The carrier's name and official signature are printed on the bond you receive.

How do I contact Light RFP about this bond?Email insurance@lightrfp.com. It reaches the bond team at Light RFP Risk Management Services LLC (NY DFS License # PC-1978982). Write to us about quotes, applications, bond forms or certificates. We will respond within 24 hours.

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