Renew Security Licence In Alberta

Last Updated on November 7, 2023

If you need to renew your Alberta security licence because it is about to expire here are the steps you need to complete.

If the licence expiry is over 90 days then a new licence application needs to be submitted.

Step 1. Get a criminal record check

The first step to renew your security licence is to get a criminal record check done and your photo signed at your local police station.

This check must include the following:

• criminal record
• vulnerable sector
• local database

You can’t submit your application without these original documents. These documents expire 90 days after they’ve been issued.

For more information about criminal record checks including fees and processing times:

• contact your local police, or
• visit RCMP Criminal Record checks

Step 2. Fill out the forms

You will need to fill out all the application forms.

You need to complete the Application for Individual Licence (PDF, 569 KB) form.

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1. Click on the PDF link to save it on your computer.
2. Launch Adobe Reader.
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Step 3. Gather your documents

When you apply, you’ll need to provide photocopies of your:

• Canadian photo ID
• approved training course certificate
• 40-hour baton use-of-force training certificate (if applicable)

You’ll also need to provide a current:

• police information and criminal record check
• passport-size colour photo signed on the back by the police service

(You obtained these documents Step 1 above)

Step 4. Choose your payment method

The security service licensing fee is $100.

There are 3 ways to make your payment:

Online

Make your payment online

Print and attach the receipt to your mail application as proof of payment.

In person

If you’re submitting your mail application through a registry agent, your payment must be made at that registry.

A $9 service charge will be added to the licence fee.

Find a registry agent that offers Security Programs licensing services

Mail

When submitting your application by mail, you can pay by:

• certified business cheque
• certified personal cheque
• money order
• bank draft
• credit or debit online – attach your receipt to your mail application as proof of payment

All payments must be made out to the Government of Alberta.

Step 5. Submit your application

There are 2 ways to submit your application:

In person

Take your application and documents to a registry agent that offers Security Programs licensing services.

If your application is approved, you’ll get a temporary licence that’s valid for 60 days.

Mail

Mail your application, required documents and payment to:

Security Programs
Alberta Justice and Solicitor General
P.O. Box 1023 Station Main
Edmonton, Alberta  T5J 2M1

If your application is approved, you’ll get a temporary licence that’s valid for 60 days emailed to you.