License and permit bonds are bonds required by state law, municipal ordinance or regulation to be filed prior to being granted a license or engaging in a particular activity. You may find some information including permit and license applications by visiting the TexasOnLine website at http://www.state.tx.us/ and searching under "Cities". Some common surety bonds that may be required by statute in order to obtain a license or a permit from a state agency, or to meet financial responsibility, are listed below with a link provided for additional information.