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It is a legal requirement to get an SIA licence to work in the private security industry. Learn how you can apply for your licence and work legally as a Door Supervisor, CCTV Operator, Security Guard or Close Protection Officer.
It is a legal requirement to hold an SIA licence for certain security roles.
SIA licence builds trust, verifies training for security personnel.
SIA licence improves job prospects, demonstrates essential skills.
SIA licence trains individuals for professional, responsible security duties.
Depending upon the type of Course, it may take around 6 days to complete. The training course is assessed by multiple choice exams and a practical assessment.
The cost of starting a licence application is £184. The SIA will get back to you within 25 working days. In rare cases, this can take up to 6 weeks.
You will need to verify your identity to satisfy parts of your SIA application, namely your photo ID. The easiest way to do this is at the Post Office. You can also have someone with a British passport, who is not related to you, to sign the back of your photo ID.
The SIA will verify your identity and run a background check on your criminal record. If you have lived abroad for 6 months or more, you may be required to provide some supporting evidence.
You are finally licensed! Your SIA Licence is valid for 3 years.
The training and licence you need depends on the career path you want to go on.
Select a job role to view the right licence
Door Supervisor Licence
Earn up to £4000 per month working as a Door Supervisor or Corporate Security Guard
Security Guarding
Get your SIA Security Guard Licence and work as a Security Officer for shops, offices and more.
CCTV
Work in a huge variety of roles including: CCTV Operative, Security Supervisor
Close Protection
Get your Close Protection Licence, protect VIP’s and earn £200 to £400 a day.
Earning Potential
£12 - £23 per hour
£25k - £48k per annum
Earning Potential
£12 - £20 per hour
£25k - £42k per annum
Earning Potential
£12 - £14 per hour
£25k - £29k per annum
Earning Potential
£50 - £100 per hour
£40k - £60k per annum
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
Course Length
6 days
Course Length
4 days
Course Length
3 days
Course Length
14 days
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 Application cost
£184
SIA Application cost
£184
SIA Application cost
£184
SIA Application cost
£184
Time to recover costs
6 days
Time to recover costs
5 days
Time to recover costs
5 days
Time to recover costs
4 days
Find all the information you need to navigate the application process, document
requirements, and other essentials, specifically tailored for your nationality
The cost of applying for an SIA Licence is £184. 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 and correct licences before applying.
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