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HOW TO APPLY FOR AN SIA LICENCE WITH A POLISH PASSPORT

Are you a Polish Passport holder seeking job opportunities in the UK security industry? This page guides you through the SIA Licence application process, improving your chances for a wide range of security jobs in the UK.

Licence fee

Valid for

3 years

Minimum age

UK right to work

Required

SIA training

3 to 6 days

Find the right licence

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Get your SIA licence in 3 simple steps

Book and pass your SIA training

Pick your licence below and book a course
near you. No experience needed to start.

3 to 6 days

Apply to the SIA

Make your application on the SIA website and
pay the fee. See which documents you need

1 to 2 days

Your licence arrives in the post

The SIA runs its checks, then your licence lands in the post. Start working the day it arrives.

2 to 5 weeks

Which licence do you need?

Pick the job you want and we will point you at the right licence.

Door Supervisor
Patrol Officer
Security Officer
CCTV Operator
Retail Security
Nightclub/Doorman
Revenue Protection
Static Security Guard
Control Room Officer
Security Concierge
Bodyguard
VIP Security

Most versatile

Door Supervisor Licence

Doors, events, retail, offices. Covers all guarding roles

Pay

£13 to £25 an hour

Training

6 days

Training from

£229.99

SIA licence

£204

Estimated total

£433.99

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Quickest to get

Security Guard Licence

Static guarding, patrols, key-
holding, retail

Pay

£12.71 to £18 an hour

Training

4 days

Training from

£189.99

SIA licence

£204

Estimated total

£393.99

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Indoor, tech-leaning

CCTV Operator Licence

Control rooms, public space
surveillance

Pay

£12.71 to £20 an hour

Training

3 days

Training from

£219.99

SIA licence

£204

Estimated total

£423.99

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The specialist route

Close Protection Licence

Bodyguard, VIP security, asset
protection

Pay

£25 to £100 an hour

Training

16 to 19 days

Training from

£1,994

SIA licence

£204

Estimated total

£2,198

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Plenty of security officers hold two licences. The common pairing is Door Supervisor with CCTV: doors and events out front, control room work indoors.

Earn it back in your first week

A Door Supervisor licence costs about £434 all in. At £13 to £25 an hour, most people earn that
back in their first week of shifts.

SIA licence guides for your passport

You do not need to be a UK citizen, just the right to work in the UK. Pick your passport to see the exact process:

Indian Passport

Nigerian Passport

South African Passport

Already licensed?

This page covers getting your first SIA licence. If yours is coming up for renewal, the renewal guide walks you through the whole process.

See the renewal guide

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What is the cost of an SIA licence?

The licence application cost is £204. This fee is paid directly to the SIA, which is the licensing authority for the private security industry.

How long is the SIA licence valid for?

An SIA licence is valid for 3 years from the date it is issued, after which you need to take an SIA refresher course to renew your licence.

Who needs an SIA licence?

Anyone working in a licensable frontline security role such as door supervision, security guarding, CCTV operations, or close protection needs a valid SIA licence for that specific activity. Different licences are required for different roles.

How long does it take to get an SIA licence?

It usually takes 25 working days for the SIA to process a licence application. In some cases, it may take up to 6 weeks due to additional background checks.

Can I work in the security industry without an SIA licence?

No. It is illegal to work in the private security industry without a valid SIA licence, unless your employer qualifies for specific legal exemptions under Section 4(4) of the Private Security Industry Act 2001.

What checks are done when applying for an SIA licence?

The SIA conducts checks on your course qualification, identity, and criminal background as part of the licence application process.

Can I apply for an SIA licence without passing the course?

You can apply for a non-frontline SIA licence without passing a course. However, to apply for any frontline SIA role such as Door Supervisor, Security Guard, or CCTV Operator, you must first pass the relevant SIA training course.