SIA Security Guard Licence

What is the Security Guard Licence?

The SIA Security Guard License authorises individuals to participate in the private security industry as security guards. Obtaining your SIA Security Guard licence with us is a simple and hassle-free process. With this licence, you acquire the capability to work in diverse environments, including shops, malls, and office buildings. Your core duties involve ensuring the safety of the public and protecting personal property to mitigate the risks of theft, damage, or destruction.

Eligibility Criteria 

To qualify for an SIA Security Guard License, you must be at least 18 years old, possess the right to work in the UK, and complete the Security Guard Training Course. Notably, the licence, issued by the Security Industry Authority (SIA), remains valid for three years.

How to apply for the SIA Security Guard Licence?

Obtaining your SIA Security Guard License is a straightforward process that involves several key steps:

• Pass the Security Guard Course
• Complete the licence application on the SIA website
• Fulfill identity checks
• Apply and await the completion of identity and criminal background checks
• Receive your 3-year licence by mail

Cost of the SIA Security Guard Licence

The SIA security guarding licence is priced at £190.

Multiple Licence Discount:

If you apply for multiple licences, a generous 50% discount is applicable.

Breakdown of Costs:

• Cost of a single SIA licence: £190
• Additional licence cost: £90

Issuance Timeline:

The Security Industry Authority provides you with a 3-year badge within a standard timeframe of 25 days. However, it’s important to note that in certain cases, the process may extend up to 6 weeks.

SIA Security Guard Job Roles

You can apply for various security SIA job roles after completing your security guarding training. A security guard can fulfil his duties at security companies, banks, hospitals, retail stores, and shopping centres, etc. As a security guard you will be working in the following sectors:

• Manned Guarding
• Mobile Patrols
• Keyholding
• Retail security
• Front of house staff

Furthermore, there are many career progression options in the following positions:

• Security Supervisor
• Security Manager
• Chief Security Officer
• Security Consultant
• One can start their own security company

SIA Security Guard Course Alternatives

SIA security guarding course is one of the best SIA security courses to work in the UK’s private security sector. But you may want to consider doing other training courses to look for other career opportunities.

• SIA Door Supervisor
• SIA CCTV Operator

SIA Licence Renewal

According to the SIA, the renewal of your SIA Security Guard Licence is required every 3 years.

• Mandatory Security Guard Top-Up Training:

When applying for the renewal of your SIA licence, it is essential to undergo security guard top-up training. This involves completing a security guard upskilling course, and fortunately, we offer this course at our training centre. Feel free to reach out to us for more details.

• Renewal Application Timing:

It is advisable to initiate the renewal process by applying for a new licence approximately 4 months before the expiration date of your current SIA licence. Despite this, the issuance of your new badge will occur once the previous one expires.

• Renewal Cost:

The cost of renewing the SIA licence is £190, mirroring the cost of obtaining a new licence.