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ERISA Policy - California

ERISA Policy - California — required surety bond in Federal. Apply online in minutes.

✉️ Your bond is delivered to your email after application · Questions? Call 814-718-0060

How to get this bond

1. Apply online
Click Apply Now and complete the secure application — takes about 5 minutes.
2. Instant review
Most applications are approved same-day at competitive rates.
3. Bond by email
Your official bond documents are delivered straight to your email.

What is this bond?

An ERISA fidelity bond is a specialized policy that protects employee benefit plans from financial losses caused by acts of fraud or dishonesty. It acts as a safeguard to ensure that retirement and health plan funds are secure from theft, embezzlement, or forgery by those managing the assets.

Who needs it?

Fiduciaries, trustees, administrators, and any other individuals who handle funds or property of an employee benefit plan typically need this bond. This applies to sponsors of retirement plans, pension plans, and certain health and welfare benefit plans operating in California and nationwide.

Why is it required?

The Department of Labor generally requires this coverage to protect the financial interests of plan participants and beneficiaries. By holding this policy, plan sponsors demonstrate compliance with federal oversight regulations while providing a mechanism to recover misappropriated plan assets.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply Now button to complete a secure online application in about five minutes. Once processed, Noah Insurance Agency will deliver your bond documents directly to you via email.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • ⚠Failing to regularly review and update the bond limit as plan assets fluctuate over time.
  • ⚠Confusing an ERISA fidelity bond with fiduciary liability insurance, which covers entirely different risks.
  • ⚠Excluding certain individuals or third-party administrators who actively handle plan funds from the policy's coverage.
  • ⚠Not verifying the specific bonding requirements with the regulating agency or plan advisors before applying.

Frequently asked questions

How much does an ERISA fidelity bond cost?

Premiums vary based on the required bond limit, the type of benefit plan, and the applicant's underwriting qualifications. To get an exact figure, please apply online or call Noah Insurance Agency at 814-718-0060.

What is the required bond amount for my employee benefit plan?

Bond amount requirements vary depending on the total funds handled by the plan fiduciaries. You must verify the exact figures and requirements with the Department of Labor or your plan administrator.

Is an ERISA bond the same as fiduciary liability insurance?

No, they serve different purposes. An ERISA bond protects the plan itself against financial loss from fraud and dishonesty, whereas fiduciary liability insurance protects the fiduciaries against claims of breaching their management duties.

Does this bond cover third-party administrators (TPAs)?

TPAs and other service providers may need to be bonded if they handle plan funds, but individual requirements vary greatly. Always verify specific bonding obligations with the issuing agency or your legal counsel.

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  • 🇺🇸Bonds available in all 50 states + DC
  • 🔒Secure online application, ~5 minutes
  • ✉️Bond documents delivered by email
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Questions about this bond?

Send us a note or call 814-718-0060 — a licensed agent will confirm the bond amount and requirements for you.

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