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Using the links below, you can get information on licensing requirements, check the status of an existing application, apply using a printable application, or access the online application system if available for the specific business or profession.
Visit the Public Services Portal (PSP) web site for Assistance with Security Guard and Private Investigator Licensing. For Technical Support on the (PSP) Public Services Portal for Fingerprints, Licensing, or Records, please contact them at (602) 223-2999 and select option 8.
Licensing fees are different based upon paper or digital application. The costs for new vs. renew are the same for each type of license. If your license is expired, your application will be treated as new. The upgrade to armed is for those with an issued and valid unarmed security guard card.
The DBPR Online Services website provides information about applicants and licensed individuals for those professions and businesses that are regulated by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
Create an account now and begin the new process to obtain Fingerprint Clearance Cards, Security Guard Licensing, Private Investigator Licensing, and Records Requests. For Technical Support on the (PSP) Public Services Portal for Fingerprints, Licensing, or Records, please contact them at (602) 223-2999 and select option 8.
To work as a security guard in Florida, you must obtain a Class D Security Guard License, which is overseen by The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Licensing.
Ready to License: Application is ready to be issued once the additional documents and license fee is submitted to the Licensing Unit. FP Reject: Fingerprints were rejected by the FBI or State. A new fingerprint card is required and must be submitted to the Licensing Unit to continue the application process.
