Private security guard company

All company owners, partners or qualifying agents must be:

• at least 21 years old.
• a United States citizen or resident alien.

To be licensed, you must have:

• no criminal convictions that directly relate to your capacity to perform the duties of a private security guard and/or hinders public safety. Read here for more criminal conviction information.
• a physical location of the business within Washington.
• a valid business license with the Department of Licensing.

You must submit:

• a completed Private Security Guard Company/Principal License Application.
• the non-refundable application fee.
• one completed fingerprint card.
• proof of 3 years’ experience as a manager, supervisor, or administrator in a security guard business or related field. An examination will be scheduled within 3 weeks of receipt of a paid application if no experience is provided.
• a certificate of liability insurance with minimum coverage of $25,000 bodily injury and $25,000 property damage.