How to get an SIA Licence
Get your licence and prepare yourself to join the UK’s security workforce. Learn how you can apply for your licence and work legally as a CCTV Operator, Door Supervisor, Security Guard or Close Protection Officer. It is a legal requirement to get SIA licence to work in the private security industry. Buy SIA licence online
The licence you need depends on the career path you want to go on. Compare all licences or select a career to filter the right training.
- Door Supervisor
- Patrol Officer
- Security Officer
- CCTV Operator
- Retail Security
- Nightclub/Doorman
- Revenue Protection
- Static Security Guard
- Control Room Officer
- Security Concierge
- Bodyguard
- VIP Security
Requirements: When we get your application for an SIA licence, we will run checks on your information. These are to confirm your identity and make sure you are suitable to hold a licence. Before we start your application, please make sure you have:
- photo of yourself
- a driving licence photocard issued by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) in the UK
- Valid travel passport
- Application fee
If we ask you to send identity documents to us, we will tell you how to do this and where to send the documents. Your SIA Licence is valid for 3 years. If you already hold a valid SIA Badge you can apply for another at a discounted rate
The costs of the SIA card is non-refundable, so ensure that you have all the necessary documentation before applying. Buy SIA licence online
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