BOND ALREADY SET?

    Immigration Bond Payment Options

    If an immigration bond has already been set, you may be able to post the full bond amount directly with ICE or use an immigration surety bond. Compare the costs, requirements and collateral so you can decide which option makes sense for you.

    Two Ways to Post an Immigration Bond

    You can post the full bond amount directly with ICE or use an immigration surety bond. Here's what changes with each option.

    Post the Bond Directly With ICE

    If the person posting the bond meets ICE's current requirements, they can provide the full bond amount directly through ICE's process without paying an Amistad premium or application fee.

    View Official ICE Bond Information

    Use an Immigration Surety Bond

    We prepare the surety bond documents, submit electronically through ICE eBonds, and communicate with DHS during processing. Cash or qualifying real estate may be used as collateral.

    See Collateral Options

    Surety Bond Collateral Options

    With a surety bond, you can use cash or qualifying real estate as collateral.

    Cash Collateral

    Provide cash equal to the bond amount as collateral. We handle the surety bond documents and electronic submission.

    100% of bond as collateral
    2% premium
    $100 application fee
    $0 annual fee
    We handle submission
    Explore Cash Collateral

    Property Collateral

    Use qualifying real estate as collateral instead of depositing the full amount in cash.

    Real estate as collateral
    15% premium
    $100 application fee
    $0 annual fee
    Full bond amount not required in cash
    Explore Property Collateral

    Cash Collateral vs. Property Collateral

    See the practical differences between the two options.

    What MattersCash CollateralProperty Collateral
    Cash needed?100% of bondFull amount not required (premium and fee still apply)
    Property required?NoYes, qualifying real estate
    Premium2%15%
    Application fee$100$100
    Annual fee$0$0
    Who submits the bond?Yes (eBonds)Yes (eBonds)

    What Do You Have Available?

    Start with what you have available.

    I have the full bond amount

    Compare paying ICE directly with the cash collateral option.

    Compare Cash Options

    I have a house with equity

    See whether qualifying property may work instead.

    See Property Option

    I'm not sure

    Tell us the bond amount and what you have available. We'll explain the options and costs.

    Compare My Options

    What You'll Need

    You don't need everything before reaching out. Start with what you have.

    Full legal name of the detained person
    A-Number, if available
    Current detention location
    Bond amount, if already set
    Your contact information
    Whether you have cash or property available

    What Happens After Choosing a Surety Bond?

    If you choose a surety bond, we handle the paperwork and electronic bond submission. DHS processes the bond and the detention facility coordinates release.

    Payment FAQs

    Ready to Compare Your Options?

    Tell us the bond amount and what you have available. We'll explain the options and costs so you can compare them with paying ICE directly.