A Security Officer licence is required if you are employed to perform any of the following functions:
a. Patrolling or guarding another person’s property (including cash in transit) by physical means (which may involve the use of patrol dogs) or by electronic means;
b. Keeping the property (including cash in transit) of another person under surveillance, including for the purpose of preventing theft thereof;
c. Acting as a bodyguard or bouncer;
d. Performing any function of screening individuals, as part of your regular duties, seeking entry into any public place or other premises; and
e. Regulating traffic under the Road Traffic Act 1961.
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With reference to Para 5(a)* of the Private Security Industry (Exemptions) Order 2009 in respect of training courses, the person shall attend and be certified trained in the following two WSQ modules for security officers: 1) Handle Security Incidents and Services; and 2) Provide Guard and Patrol Services.
* Para 5 of the Private Security Industry (Exemptions) Order 2009 states: Exempt security officers at construction workplaces 5. Section 14 of the Act shall not apply to any person who carries out for reward, or who advertises, or in any way holds out, that the person carries out or is willing to carry out for reward, any function of a security officer at a construction workplace if the person — (a) has attended and successfully completed such courses of training relating to the security of premises as the licensing officer may require from time to time; and (b) declares in writing to his employer stating every offence (if any) that he has been convicted of in the preceding one year prior to his employment as a security officer. |
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Types of Applications |
Validity |
Fees (Non-Refundable) |
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New Security Officer Licence |
5 Years for Singaporeans and PR 2 Years for Work Permit Holders |
$16 |
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Renewal of SecurityOfficer Licence |
5 Years for Singaporeans and PR 2 Years for Work Permit Holders |
$16 |
| Amendment of existing Security Officer Licence | NA | NA |
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Cancel of existing Security Officer Licence |
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Withdrawal of Security Officer Licence |
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New
This is for persons who wish to apply for a Security Officer Licence.
You may submit a new Security Officer Licence here.
To make a Security Officer Identity (SO ID) Card, please select “Security Officer ID Card” from the drop-down menu bar. The Union of Security Employees (USE) will produce the SO ID card for a fee of $22.50.
Renew
All Security Officers (SOs) with licence expiring from 1 January 2024 will be required to take the Refresher Quiz before they renew their licence. The renewal notice with the Refresher Quiz information will be sent to all SOs 3 months prior to their licence expiry date. SOs can download the Refresher Quiz training package attached below to prepare for the quiz.
Upon approval of the renewal application and payment of the prescribed fees, the Police Licensing and Regulatory Department will send a letter on the outcome of application by post to the licensee’s registered mailing address.
Refresher Quiz Training Package
Note: The result of the refresher quiz isvalid for 1 year.For the purpose of SO licence renewal, you should only attempt the refresher quiz if your SO licence expires in less than 1 year.
Amend Licence Details
You can amend the following information of your existing Security Officer licence:
- Biodata
- Contact Details
- Training Record and Experience
Cancel Licence
You are permitted to terminate your existing Security Officer Licence any time before its expiration.
Please be informed that there will be no refund of licence fees upon cancelling the existing Security Officer Licence.
Withdrawal
You can withdraw your application for a Security Officer licence any time before licence approval.
Please be informed that there will be no refund of fees paid upon withdrawal of application.
If licence has been approved and issued, you will have to submit a request to terminate licence.
All Security Officers (SOs) with licence expiring from 1 January 2024 will be required to pass the Refresher Quiz before they renew their licence. The renewal notice with the Refresher Quiz information will be sent to all SOs 3 months prior to their licence expiry date. SOs can download the Refresher Quiz training package attached below to prepare for the quiz.
Upon approval of the renewal application and payment of the prescribed fees, the Police Licensing and Regulatory Department will send a letter on the outcome of application by post to the licensee’s registered mailing address.
Refresher Quiz Training Package
Note: The result of the refresher quiz is valid for one year. For the purpose of SO licence renewal, you should only attempt the refresher quiz if your SO licence expires in less than 1 year.
To be eligible for a Security Officer licence, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a fit and proper1 person
- Be a Singapore Citizen, Singapore Permanent Resident or possess a valid work permit or employment pass if you are a Malaysia Citizen.
1Section 21(8) and 21(9) of the Private Security Industry Act 2007, states:
In deciding whether a person or an officer of a business entity is a fit and proper person, the licensing officer may consider any of the following matters as indicating that the person or officer may not be a fit and proper person:
(a) that the person or officer associates with a criminal in a way that indicates involvement in an unlawful activity;
(b) that in dealings in which the person or officer has been involved, the person or officer —
(i) has shown dishonesty or lack of integrity; or
(ii) used harassing tactics;
(c) that the person or officer is or was suffering from a mental disorder; or
(d) that the person or officer is an undischarged bankrupt or has entered into a composition with his debtors.
The above mentioned shall not limit the circumstances in which a person or an officer of a business entity may be considered by the licensing officer not to be a fit and proper person.
New & Renew
You are required to obtain the following documents before applying for a Security Officer licence.
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For Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident |
For Malaysian Work Permit Holders |
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Amend Licence Details
You are required to obtain the following documents before amending your existing Security Officer licence.
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For amendment of: |
Documents required: |
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Biodata |
A scanned copy of the latest passport and/or ID card as supporting documents for Malaysians who are updating their passport and/or Malaysian ID card number.
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Training Records and Experience |
A scanned copy of the certificate to support the training competency declared in the application.
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Cancel Licence
No document is required.
Withdrawal
No document is required.
New & Renew
About 3-4 weeks from the receipt of the application, processing fee and the necessary supporting documents, if required. Any incomplete or incorrect submission will be rejected. You will be notified on the outcome of the application by post. Alternatively, you can login to GoBusiness to view your application status.
Amend Licence Details
About 3-4 weeks from the receipt of the submission and the necessary documents, if required. Any incomplete or incorrect submission will be rejected.
You will be notified of the outcome of the application by post. Alternatively, you can login to GoBusiness to view your application status.
Cancel Licence
No document is required.
Withdrawal
No document is required.
You will be directed to GoBusiness Licensing webpage, which will require you to sign in using your SingPass
If you require assistance or guidance on the GoBusiness portal, please contact their helpdesk at (+65) 6774 1430 or email licences-helpdesk@crimsonlogic.com.sg
The process may take around 15-20 minutes to complete.
Newly licensed security officers who have prior supervisory experience in the security industry, or were from the uniformed services may be emplaced to a higher security Progressive Wage Model (PWM) grade.
For more details on the requirements for emplacement to higher PWM grade for ex-uniformed services officer, please refer to SPF’s Exemption and Emplacement Framework For Ex-Uniformed Services Officers Seeking to Join the Private Security Industry
To appeal for emplacement to a higher PWM grade, please write to SPF_Licensing_Feedback@spf.gov.sg and submit the following for our consideration:
- A copy of your CV;
- Documentary proof that details job scope and service period in relation to past work experience in the security industry; and
- Certificate of Service
Under Regulation 20 of the Private Security Industry (Private Investigation and Security Agencies) Regulations 2009, all licensed Security Officers or Private Investigators must carry an Identification Card (ID card) whilst on duty for identification purposes. The ID card does not confer any statutory powers on its holder.
Application For Security Officer Identification Card (ID Card)
1. The Union of Security Employees (USE) is administering the ID card application.
2. You can only apply for an ID card at USE’s online application portal (USE ID Card portal).
3. Before applying for an ID card, please ensure that you have:
a) A valid Security Officer’s Licence
b) Obtained the requisite training certifications, prescribed under the PWM, and your training status is Trained / Exempted^
c) A softcopy of a recently taken passport sized photo (must be 35mm wide and 45mm in length, without border, and taken within the last 3 months against a white background )
d) Singpass account ready
e) PayNow, eNETS or Credit/Debit Card for payment of $22.50 before 01 January 2025 and $25.00 after 01 January 2025.
4. The steps to apply for ID card are as follows:
a) Login to USE ID Card portal using your SingPass.
b) Update your mobile number and email address.
c) Fill out the application form.
d) Upload a recently taken passport size photo (per specifications indicated at para 3(c) above).
e) Choose one of the following three payment methods and make a payment of $22.50 before 01 January 2025 and $25.00 after 01 January 2025. - PayNow, eNETS or Credit/Debit Card.
f) Upon successful payment transaction, to book a date and time to collect your card. An email or SMS confirmation will be sent to you with the details of collection.
^ HOW TO CHECK YOUR TRAINING STATUS
Login to GoBusiness Licensing at https://dashboard.gobusiness.gov.sg/login using your SingPass account
1. Select ‘Licensed Entities’ > ‘Singapore Police Force’.
2. Select ‘Enquiry on Security Officer and Private Investigator Licences’
3. Select ‘Search”
You will see your training status under the ‘Training Status Column’, and the list of certifications obtained.
If your status shows ‘Untrained’ but you had been certified competent for the required WSQ training modules, please submit an application for 'Update of Training Record and Experience' in GoBusiness for our processing.
Do note that applications without supporting documents will be rejected.
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You will need to pass certain training requirements in order to progress through the Progressive Wage Model (PWM) ranks or to be deployed to perform certain security job functions.
You may check your training records via GoBusiness.
If your training records are not updated, you will be required to submit an application for 'Update of Training Record and Experience' in GoBusiness for our processing.
Do note that applications without supporting documents will be rejected.
Licensed Security Officers will need to comply with the training requirements and job functions of the corresponding grades of Security Officers under the security PWM. More information on security PWM can be found here.
The job functions for each PWM grade can be found in the STC Recommendations here.
You may also refer to the Skills Framework for Security for more information relating to career pathways, occupations, job roles, skills and competencies and training programmes for the security sector.
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To qualify as |
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Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) Modules (*denote mandatory) |
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Security Officer (SO) |
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Handle Security Incidents and Services* |
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Provide Guard and Patrol Services* |
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Recognise Terrorist Threats* |
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Senior Security Officer (SSO) |
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Manage Disorderly Conduct and Threatening Behaviour* |
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Perform Remote Surveillance Function* |
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Security Supervisor (SS) |
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Supervise Security Officers* |
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Assess and Address Security Risks |
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Induct Security Personnel |
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Perform Supervisory Duties within Legal Framework |
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Senior Security Supervisor (SSS) |
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Monitor and Review Security Operations* |
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Conduct Operation Briefing and Debriefing |
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Lead and Manage a Team of Security Officers |
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Contribute to the Management of Security Incidents |
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Deploy security equipment |
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Perform monitoring and reporting duties at central command centre |
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Supervise crowd and traffic control activities |
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Chief Security Officer |
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Manage Security Agency within Legal Framework* |
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Manage Security Operations |
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Manage and Resolve Conflict in Security Environment |
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Achieve Work Effectiveness in Security Environment |
The following WSQ certifications are required before you can perform the respective functions:
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Functions |
WSQ Certification |
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Operate X-ray machines |
Conduct security screening using X-Ray machine |
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Use Walk-Through Metal Detectors & Hand-Held Metal Detectors |
Conduct security screening of person and bag
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An ex-uniformed services officer may be exempted from certain Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) certifications under the security Progressive Wage Model (PWM).
For more details on training exemptions, please refer to SPF’s Exemption and Emplacement Framework For Ex-Uniformed Services Officers Seeking to Join the Private Security Industry
To apply for training exemption, please write to SPF_Licensing_Feedback@spf.gov.sg and submit the following documents:
- Certificate of Service (COS); and
- CV.
Only person who has obtained a security officer’s licence and has met the requirements set out in the framework may apply for training exemption. SPF will assess the merit of each application on a case-by-case.
To check on the Security Officers’ staff grade, login to GoBusiness using your company’s CorpPass and follow the following steps:
- Select “Licensed Entities”
- Select “Singapore Police Force” > Enquiry on Security Officer and Private Investigator Licences
- System will display the officer’s particulars
Please refer to the following links for SCDF’s emergency preparedness training programme, which equips learners with core lifesavings skills, namely First Aid, CPR-AED, and Fire Fighting:
Dear Customers,
With effect from 1 Aug 2021, the Police Licensing & Regulatory Department will further restrict over-the-counter services at the Police Cantonment Complex, 391 New Bridge Road, to attend to services with pre-approved appointments only, including making payments at counter for services that cannot be done online. This move supports the Multi-Ministry Taskforce’s implementation of elevated safe distancing measures.
2 To make an appointment, please use the following link or QR code: www.picktime.com/policelicensing
3 We will attend to cases of persons who turn up without an appointment on a case by case basis, only if they have valid reasons. For collection of controlled item(s), please pay the license fee for the item(s) (if any) online, and email us at SPF_Licensing_Feedback@spf.gov.sg to arrange for collection.
4 For enquiries, please use our online services at www.police.gov.sg/licence, reach us using FormSG at http://www.go.gov.sg/PLRD or email us at SPF_Licensing_Feedback@spf.gov.sg.
5 We seek your understanding and apologise for any inconvenience caused.
6 Thank you.
If you are familiar with the application requirements and wish to apply now, please click here to proceed to GoBusiness Licensing. SingPass or CorpPass is required for login to GoBusiness Licensing.