SIA Licenses
- SIA Door Supervisor
- SIA Security Guard
- SIA CCTV Operator
| Licenses | SIA Door Supervisor | SIA Security Guard | SIA CCTV Operator |
| Licenses | £340 | £250 | £195 |
| Potential Earning | £12-14/hour | £12-14/hour | £11-13/hour |
| Potential Employer | Offices, Events, Retail & Other Licensed Premises | Static Guarding, Manned Guarding, Key-holding | CCTV Operator, & Control Room |
| Training Duration | 7 Days | 5 Days | 4 Days |
| Cost Recovery Duration | 4 Days | 3 Days | 3 Days |
| First Aid Included | GET SIA LICENSED | GET SIA LICENSED | GET SIA LICENSED |
Age Must Be 18 or Above
Valid SIA Training Qualification
Eligible to Work in the UK
Identity Documents for Verification
It is a legal requirement in the UK to have an SIA licence before working in the private security sector. The government takes legal action against individuals who work in the security industry without having an SIA licence. Whether you want to work as a Door Supervisor, Security Guard, or CCTV Operator, you must possess an SIA badge to perform security procedures in the UK.
The process of applying for an SIA licence is simple; just follow the steps below:
Pass An SIA Training Course
Take the SIA training course of your preference and pass all the assessments.
Apply for the Licence
After clearing an SIA course, you are eligible to apply for an SIA licence on the official website of the Security Industry Authority.
Complete Identity Checks
SIA will verify all the identity checks to ensure you are eligible to work in the UK’s security sector. It is best to do it at a post office, and you can also have someone (not related to you) sign your photo ID.
Submit the Application Form
You will need to prove that you do not have a past criminal record. Also, if you were living abroad for more than 6 months, you will need to provide proof of it. Finally, you will submit the application form after doing all identity and qualification checks.
Receive Your 3-year Badge
SIA delivers your licence via post with 3 years of validity (Within 25 days).
How to Renew SIA Licence?
According to SIA, it is necessary to renew an SIA licence every three years. You cannot continue your security job role with an expired SIA card as it is illegal to perform security duties without a permit. Otherwise, the government will take legal action against you.
The SIA licence renewal process is the same as applying for a new licence. You must complete an SIA top-up training course before renewing an SIA licence. After completing the course, you can submit a licence renewal application on SIA’s official website. The cost of renewing an SIA licence is 190 as well.
What is the cost of an SIA licence?
The cost of the SIA licence is 190, according to SIA. You can apply for multiple licences at almost a 50% discount. You pay the full fee for the first licence; other SIA licences cost 90.
Remember, the SIA card fee is not refundable so ensure you have all the identity documents and relevant training before applying for a security licence.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The SIA (Security Industry Authority) licence is a certification required by law for individuals working in certain sectors of the private security industry in the UK. It ensures that those working in roles such as security guarding, door supervision, and CCTV operation are properly trained and qualified.
Yes, it is imperative to have an SIA licence if you wish to work in the private security industry in the UK. Working without an SIA licence is not only illegal but can lead to serious consequences.
An SIA License is valid for three years. After this period, you must renew the licence to continue working legally in your chosen security role.
An SIA licence costs £190 to apply for and the same fee to renew.
The SIA will contact you via email to clarify why your application was denied. You will have 21 days to respond from the date of their decision letter.
You may continue to work while awaiting the arrival of your new SIA licence as long as your present one has not yet run out of validity.
If your license expires before you renew it, you must refrain from working in any job that requires a SIA licence until your renewal is authorized and you get your new licence as working without a licence is illegal.
In order to apply for an SIA Licence you must be 18 years or older and have the legal right to work in the UK. In addition to this you are also required to complete the required training from an SIA approved security training provider and pass a criminal record check.
Yes, you can hold multiple SIA licenses. For example, holding both a door supervisor licence and a CCTV operator licence would allow you to work in multiple areas of the security industry and open more job opportunities.