Introduction
You can renew your security operative licence for 1 or 5 years. This can be done online:
- from 8 weeks before the licence expiry date, or
- within 90 days of the licence expiry date (a late fee applies).
If your licence has expired
If it's more than 90 days after the expiry date on your licence, you need to apply for a new licence.
When your licence has expired, you cannot carry on security activities. You can resume security activities only after your late licence renewal application is granted.
After renewal is granted, you must wear your expired security licence card until you receive your new card.
Eligibility
You can renew your security operative licence if your licence has not expired by more than 90 days.
What you need
To renew your NSW security operative licence you need:
- a MyServiceNSW Account
- you can create one when you start your application
- you may need details from 2 identity documents (such as Australian driver licence and passport)
- your licence and renewal number, including all digits and letters (as shown on your renewal reminder notice)
- your name, date of birth and postcode (if you don't have your renewal number)
- your contact details
- your fee payment.
To check your security operative licence number and details visit Verify NSW.
How to renew
- Check the eligibility requirements.
- Gather the required details and documents.
- Select the 'Renew online' button.
- Log in, or create your MyServiceNSW Account.
- Follow the prompts to renew your security operative licence.
Note: If you cannot apply online call the Security Licensing & Enforcement Directorate (SLED) on 1300 362 001.
What happens next
After you submit your application you receive an email confirmation and payment receipt.
If you need to go to a Service NSW Centre to have your photo taken for your new security licence card you will get a letter.
After your application is approved and your photo taken (if applicable) you receive your new card by post.
If you do not receive your card within 10 business days call the Security Licensing & Enforcement Directorate (SLED) on 1300 362 001.
Privacy and personal information
To renew a security operative licence with the Security Licensing & Enforcement Directorate (NSW Police Force) you need to create or log in with a MyServiceNSW Account.