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SIA Licence – Your
Official Pass to
Working In Security

An SIA licence allows you to work legally in the UK’s
private security industry. Complete the required training
course and submit your application to get your SIA licence
and start earning fast in a growing industry.

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What Is An SIA Licence?

SIA licence proves you’re legally qualified to work in most private security roles in the UK. It is issued by the Security Industry Authority (SIA)
to individuals who meet the necessary requirements.

Legal proof you're qualified to work
in security.

Required for roles like door supervisor &
security guard.

Issued after training, checks &
approval.

Get an SIA Licence in 3 Easy Steps

Ready to start working in security? Here’s exactly what you need to do — from training
to SIA licence application.

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Get Trained

Book your choice of SIA licence course in
just a few minutes.
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Get Licensed

Complete training & ID checks, and then
apply for your SIA licence.
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Start Working

Find shifts fast with access to top security
job boards.

Obtain An SIA Security Licence to Kick-Start Your Career

You need the right Security Industry Authority licence for the role you wish to pursue. We help you train and get an
SIA licence that matches your career goals, including:

SIA Door Supervisor Licence

Door Supervisor Licence

SIA Securityy Guard Licence

Security Guard Licence

SIA CCTV Operator Licence

CCTV Licence

SIA Close Protection Licence

Close Protection Licence

CVIT Licence

CVIT Licence

Drone Operator Licence

Drone Licence

What Are the Requirements for an SIA Licence?

Before you can apply for your SIA licence, you must:

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Be 18 years or older

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Possess the right to work in the UK

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Pass a recognised SIA licence course

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Hold a valid Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) certificate (for some licences)

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Clear a criminal background check

We guide all our learners through the process, making it easier to meet the
SIA licence requirements without confusion.

Need more info? Read the full SIA Licence process.

Requirements for an SIA Licence

Compare SIA Licences

Different roles in the security industry require different training and licences.

Select a job role to see which licence is right for you.

  • 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
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Door Supervisor Licence

Door Supervisor Licence

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Security Guarding Licence

Security Guard Licence

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CCTV Operator Licence

CCTV Operator Licence

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Close Protection Licence

Close Protection Licence

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Career & Earning potential
How much can you earn?

Earning Potential

up to £23 per hour
up to £48k per annum

Earning Potential

up to £18 per hour
up to £37k per annum

Earning Potential

up to £20 per hour
up to £42k per annum

Earning Potential

up to £100 per hour
up to £60k per annum

Where can you work?

Where can you work?

Retail, Events, Offices, Licensed premises, Static guarding, Manned guarding - covers all Security Guarding roles

Where can you work?

Static guarding, Manned guarding, Key-holding, Retail

Where can you work?

CCTV operator, Control room, Public space surveillance

Where can you work?

Bodyguard, VIP security, Maritime, Asset protection, International assignments

Training & Costs
Training duration
The length of the course

Course Length

6 days

Course Length

4 days

Course Length

3 days

Course Length

14 days

Training fee
Cost of the training and exam
(*Prices inclusive of VAT)

Training from

from £239.99

(*Prices inclusive of VAT)

Training from

from £189.99

(*Prices inclusive of VAT)

Training from

from £219.99

(*Prices inclusive of VAT)

Training from

from £1,999

(*Prices inclusive of VAT)
SIA licence fee
Cost of the SIA application

SIA Application cost

£184

SIA Application cost

£184

SIA Application cost

£184

SIA Application cost

£184

Time to recover costs
How long you have to work
before you recover the costs

Time to recover costs

6 days

Time to recover costs

5 days

Time to recover costs

5 days

Time to recover costs

4 days

Check Out What Our
Customers Say

Excellent
Rated 4.8 out of 5 on 31,442 reviews Trustpilot
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Feb 2, 2025
Tochukwu Agiliga
The package is designed for success

“The package is designed for success. In my door supervisor course and CCTV Operator course, I met an amazing set of instructors who use field and class experiences to build your courage and bring you excellent performance”

Abrar Ahmed

Door Supervisor at Mitie Security
Excellent 4.8
Nov 29, 2024
ARG
Highly recommended

“Highly recommended. I did the DS and CCTV courses within two weeks of each other. Both the tutors were engaging and very experienced and knowledgeable in their field. Despite both courses being relatively short, I feel they pack in a lot of material. There are also lots of practical activities that help prepare you for front line security work. Once again, I high recommend training with Get Licensed!”

Jan 25, 2025
Al Rasul
100% recommended to start your Security Career

“If your looking for a licence to start a career in security or you want to renew your licence Get Licensed is the place to go, with its easy and stress-free way to apply as well as regular updates so you know what's happening with your application you know you can trust them to handle your application, they also have certified tutors who are amazing at what they do I would like to thanks to Tanya, Alan and Paul for their experience, professionalism and friendliness as I passed 1st time when I did the security guard and CCTV course. Would recommend them 100%”

Natalie

Door Supervisor
Excellent 4.5
Oct 30, 2024
Olukayode
Good Experience

“Registration on the Guard pass app was very easy and straightforward. Booking for training and exam was seamless. My exam trainer is a professional, he is learned and understood the course very well. It made my understanding very fast. The customer care team too are very responsive, they are also available to help anytime you have a concern.”

Jan 31, 2025
Andy N
Really good course, great trainer

“Really good course and fantastically delivered by Shaun in Durham. I've been in the licensed trade for three decades and have learned a ridiculous amount this week !! The content was engaging throughout and kept relevant with Shaun's vast experience and real-life scenarios. Top level training, thank you.”

Jan 15, 2025
Hamza Munir
Great experience

“Very satisfied with the course of Door Supervisor. Ben is a very good trainer and an engaging teacher. Sham was also a good invigilator. Highly recommended”

Jan 12, 2025
Anna London
SIA Training recommended

“It was efficient and interesting. Rob Worthington was a good professional trainer and didn’t leave any one behind. Amy was also great. Anita assisting too. 👍👍👍”

Jan 11, 2025
Joshua Oluwaseun
Quality driven.

“Ben Mccarthy is an efficient, quality driven, and hardworking lead trainer for the door supervision course. He made the topics easy to understand and digest. I appreciate his patience and attention to detail when teaching the course.”

Nov 13, 2024
Mike Hockett
I have been working in security for 30…

“I have been working in security for 30 years starting with 10 years as a full time door supervisor and then 20 years in house NHS security officer in a busy city centre hospital with a war zone called A&E Since leaving I needed to get my SIA . This course is really good and it’s far from an attend course you need to apply yourself and it will give you the grounding to be a first class operative to start a career and progress in security. Great trainer in Dave Watts a first class instructor and man. This course is first class and Get Licensed make booking, learning a great experience”

Sirtaj Rehman

Security Officer at a shopping centre
Excellent 4.9
Nov 18, 2024
Mr Daniel Hughes
A Great Experience & Course

“Had a great experience with my Door Supervisors course. Excellent communication from start to finish. The instructor Simon Willoughby was awesome too. Very knowledgeable, engaging, and humorous. He got us through the very long days and made them feel not so long. A great guy and a great course”

Oct 11, 2024
ASKANDIR IDDRISS
Get Licensed is the best

“Get Licensed is indeed, the best place to take your security training. I just completed my Door Supervisor Training with them and was trained by Rob Worthington. Rob is the best trainer I have ever seen. You know why, its because he really trains from experience. He treated everyone fairly and makes the training very interesting, practical and experiential. I sincerely entreat everyone that seeks to take any security training course to do that with Get Licensed. You would enjoy it and learn a lot.”

Spike

Assistant Manager at a security firm
Excellent 4.5
Dec 22, 2024
Boluwatife Adeogun
I enjoyed my course so well and my…

“I enjoyed my course so well and my supervisor was a great teacher and person. He teaches so well his explanation is so clear. Am shouting out to Simon Albutt.”

Feb 2, 2025
Dave Sayer
Clear and Concise

“The trainer Amy was really patient, helpful and informative. All lessons were delivered with clarity along with a very professional attitude. Sering was also excellent. He conveyed information in a friendly helpful manner and made the class feel at ease. Good staff are hard to find and both are assets to the Industry.”

Have a question? We have answers

The SIA licence is a legal requirement to work in the private security industry in the UK. Holding this licence allows you to work in various security roles and proves you’ve completed training and passed background checks.

Take the required SIA licence training course and clear the exams. Once done, you can apply through the SIA website.

Most SIA security licence courses are completed in 4 to 6 days, although close protection training takes longer. After completing your training, you can submit your licence application, and it will typically be processed within 3 weeks.

An SIA licence application fee is £184, not including the training cost.

No, you must wait until your licence is approved or renewed. Working without an SIA licence is illegal.

An SIA licence is valid for 3 years, after which it needs to be renewed.

At Get Licensed, we simplify the entire process, from helping you choose the right SIA licence course to guiding you through the application process. Our SIA licence courses include training for door supervisors , security guards , CCTV operators , and close protection officers . Get started today!
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