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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.
How to apply for your licence
Follow these steps to get your SIA licence and start your security career
Book and pass your SIA training courses
Enroll in an SIA-approved course, which typically takes around 6 days to complete.
The course includes exams and practical assessments. Once you pass, you’ll
receive a certificate required for your licence application.
Complete licence application on the SIA website
With your training certificate, complete the online licence application on the official
SIA website. The application fee is £184.
Complete identity checks
You will need to verify your identity to satisfy parts of your SIA application, namely
your photo ID. The easiest way to do this is at your local Post Office.
Await application processing
After submitting your application and completing identity verification, the SIA will
process your application. This includes background checks and can take up to
4-6 weeks.
Receive your 3 year licence in the post
Once approved, your licence will be mailed to you and will be valid for 3 years.
*Result times may vary depending on the course plan you purchase.
what country are you from?
Find all the information you need to navigate the application process, document
requirements, and other essentials, specifically tailored for your nationality
Compare SIA Licences
Compare SIA licences
Different roles in the security industry require different training and licences.
Select a job role to see which licence is right for you.
- 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
Earning Potential
up to £23 per hour
up to £48k per annum
Earning Potential
up to £18 per hour
up to £37k per annum
Earning Potential
up to £20 per hour
up to £42k per annum
Earning Potential
up to £100 per hour
up to £60k per annum
Where can you work?
Retail, events, offices, licensed premises, static guarding, manned guarding - covers all security guarding roles
Where can you work?
Static guarding, manned guarding, key-holding, retail
Where can you work?
CCTV operator, control room, public space surveillance
Where can you work?
Bodyguard, VIP security, maritime, asset protection, international assignments
The length of the course
Course Length
6 days
Course Length
4 days
Course Length
3 days
Course Length
16-19 days
Cost of the training and exam
(*Prices inclusive of VAT)
Training from
from £249.99
(*Prices inclusive of VAT)Training from
from £189.99
(*Prices inclusive of VAT)Training from
from £219.99
(*Prices inclusive of VAT)Training from
from £1,994
(*Prices inclusive of VAT)Cost of the SIA application
SIA Application cost
£184
SIA Application cost
£184
SIA Application cost
£184
SIA Application cost
£184
How long you have to work
before you recover the costs
Time to recover costs
6 days
Time to recover costs
5 days
Time to recover costs
5 days
Time to recover costs
4 days
Ready to get your
SIA licence?
Start your new career by enrolling on your SIA training
course. Find your nearest course today.
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A diverse selection of roles to choose from
Training required: Door Supervisor Training
Earn up to: £12.50-£25
20 to 48 hours a week usually includes weekends
Training required: Door Supervisor Training
Earn up to: £7-£15
20 to 48 hours a week usually includes weekends
Training required: CCTV Training
Earn up to: £9-£13
20 to 48 hours a week usually includes weekends
Training required: Door Supervisor Training
Earn up to: £9-£15
20 to 48 hours a week usually includes weekends
Training required: Door Supervisor Training
Earn up to: £10-£14
20 to 48 hours a week usually includes weekends
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
The licence application cost is £184. This is paid directly to the SIA, the licensing authority for the security industry.
A newly issued SIA licence is valid for 3 years.
The roles that you can undertake will depend on which SIA licence you have. A holder of an SIA CCTV Licence can watch public images but can’t work as a security guard. In the same way a holder of an SIA Door Supervisor licence can’t work as a CCTV Operative.
Yes, your Pakistani passport can serve as a primary identity document during the SIA application process. Ensure it is valid and up-to-date to avoid any complications.
It is illegal to work in the security industry without an SIA Licence. However, some employers can qualify for exemptions under Section 4(4) of the Private Security Industry Act 2001.
If you've recently moved, you'll need to provide address history and may also be required to provide police clearance from Pakistan. It's crucial to have all your documents in order before initiating the SIA application process.
To obtain an SIA Licence, you must have the right to work in the UK. The SIA will verify your right to work against records held by the Home Office. If your right to work in the UK has expired or is pending, you'll need to provide evidence of a valid right to work within 21 days, or your application will be cancelled. Directors of UK-registered companies may be eligible for a non-front-line licence even if they don't have the right to work in the UK.
The age requirement for applying for an SIA Licence is the same for all applicants, regardless of nationality. You must be at least 18 years old to apply. There are no upper age limits, but you must meet all other eligibility criteria.
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