Apply online
Find out how to apply online for a private security licence or certificate of approval.
Before you apply online
Find out whether you need a licence or certificate . Make sure you have:
a suitable passport style photo details of your identification (ID) Passport - If you are using an overseas passport as evidence of identity, you will also need to file your visa or other evidence that you are entitled to work in security in New Zealand. your proof of training and skills documents a MasterCard or Visa credit or debit card to pay your fee.
Check if you already have a licence through the Public register of licence and certificate holders :
If you licence has expired, click 'Apply Online'
If your licence is active, click 'Renew Online'
Got these ready?
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Note : You can’t apply online for temporary certificates or under the trans-Tasman mutual recognition scheme. You have to apply by mail.
Fees You can only pay with Mastercard or Visa credit or debit cards.
Important tip: Remember what your fee should be when you apply. If you’re charged a different fee, you’ve made a mistake and you should contact us.
Application for:
Fee
company licence*
$822
individual licence
$680
certificate of approval
$227
certificate of approval with temporary certificate
$250
* If you apply for a company licence online, make sure every officer of the company (director or CEO) completes a company officer form.
Company officer form [PDF, 282 KB]
You can’t give us the company officer forms online. You need to send them to us.
Email: PSPLA@justice.govt.nz
Postal address:
Contact us for help If you're having trouble with your application, you should contact us.
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This page was last updated: 02nd September 2024
