We are the regulator of the UK’s private security industry. SIA is an executive non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Home Office.

All applications for SIA licences and renewals should be completed through your personal online account. Our Licence Pay Only service and Licence Status Checker tool can be accessed free of...

Oct 20, 2020 · This page describes what you must do to apply for any of these SIA licences: Cash and valuables in transit; Close protection; Door supervision; Key holding; Public space surveillance (CCTV ...

We are the regulator of the UK's private security industry. We were established under the Private Security Industry Act 2001 to contribute to public protection by setting and improving standards...

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is the statutory organisation responsible for regulating the private security industry in the UK. Established as a non-departmental public body in 2003, the SIA reports to the Home Secretary under the terms …

We have over 400,000 SIA licensed operatives across the UK, so readers will understand why our inspections/operations are targeted & intelligence led based on threat, risk, and harm, that said there is a real willingness to increase our visibility, make our presence felt and engage better with all parts of private security industry.

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) plays a vital role in ensuring that the UK’s private security industry operates safely, professionally, and in accordance with the law. As a government body, the SIA is responsible for regulating the security industry by issuing licenses to individuals who work in designated security roles.

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is the organisation responsible for regulating the private security industry in the UK. This blog aims to give a deeper insight into the Private Security Industry within the UK.

Mar 17, 2025 · An SIA licence is an official certification issued by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) that allows individuals to legally work in the UK’s private security sector. The SIA was set up under the Private Security Industry Act 2001 to ensure that security professionals meet strict industry standards through proper training, vetting, and ...

We are the organisation responsible for regulating the private security industry. We are an independent body reporting to the Home Secretary, under the terms of the Private Security Industry Act...