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Security Professions
Professions Licensed by IDFPR:
- Licensed Private Security Contractor
- Licensed Private Security Contractor Agency - In Renewal!
- Licensed Private Security Contractor Agency Branch Office - In Renewal!
- Firearm Control Card (FCC)
- FCC Retired Peace Officer Waiver - LEOSA
- Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC)
- Firearm Instructor
- Approved 20-Hour Basic Training Program
- Approved Basic 48-Hour Firearm Training Course
License Information
Online Renewal & Instructions
- Key Steps for License Renewals
- Click Here to Start Your Online Renewal!
Please allow 2-4 business days for your license to post in our systems and your license status to update. ATTENTION: The legacy batch renewal process was retired in 2021 and electronic batch renewals of employees’ PERCs are no longer available. However, IDFPR is offering a manual batch renewal process for PERCs currently in renewal. Find the new Batch PERC renewal form below. Complete one application per employee, print the applications, batch a maximum of 50 applications together, include one check for the 50 applications in the batch, and mail the applications and payment to the address on the renewal application.
Permanent Employee Registration Card Renewal Batch Application
Notices
- We have a new Third Party Authorization for licensure applicants, which may be found here! This is for applicants to authorize individuals or companies to contact IDFPR on your behalf regarding your application. All other versions of the form will no longer be accepted by the Department starting May 1, 2024.
- Important Notice FCC Retired Peace Officer Waiver - LEOSA
- Peace Officer Exemption
Private Security Licensee Application
Private Security Contractor Agency Registration Application
Firearm Training Card
FCC Retired Peace Officer Waiver - LEOSA
Resources & Publications
- Department FAQs
- Private Detective, Private Security Contractor, Private Alarm Contractor, Locksmith, Canine Handler or Fingerprint Vendor License Criminal Conviction FAQs
- Change Your Address
- Name and Address Change Form
- Request Certification/Verification
- Fingerprint Agency List
- Fingerprint Results
- Reasonable Accommodation Request for Examinees with Disabilities
- Thirty Day Arrest & Conviction Reporting Form
- Application to classify records as confidential