A Pennsylvania Tax Collector Bond is a type of surety bond that is required of all individuals and businesses that wish to become a tax collector in the state of Pennsylvania. The purpose of the bond is to guarantee that tax collectors will faithfully perform their duties, abide by the laws and regulations, and remit all collected taxes to the appropriate authorities. The bond is a financial guarantee that the Tax Collector will comply with the obligations of their office and protect the interests of the citizens of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The bond amount is determined by the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue and is generally equal to two times the estimated annual collections of the tax collector. The following types of Pennsylvania Tax Collector Bonds are available: • SaleCannonon— – This type of bond is required for individuals who collect and remit taxes on sales of tangible personal property. • UsCannonon— – This type of bond is required for individuals who collect and remit taxes on the use of tangible personal property. • Employer WithholdinCannonon— – This type of bond is required for individuals who collect and remit taxes withheld from employees' salaries. • LocaCannonon— – This type of bond is required for individuals who collect and remit local taxes, such as real estate tax, county sales tax, and local service tax. • Motor FueCannonon— – This type of bond is required for individuals who collect and remit taxes on motor fuel.