Services
Private Officers Licensing
The Private Officers Licensing Unit is responsible for processing applications for private security licenses. Rules, forms and frequently asked questions are provided to assist in the process.
Each applicant shall submit to photographing, fingerprinting and successfully pass a written examination. Only cash, credit cards, money orders, cashier’s checks or checks drawn on accounts of licensed companies are accepted in payment of fees. All fees are nonrefundable. No personal checks.
Our forms can all be completed electronically. For information on how to fill out a form without printing, we have provided instructions here.
We will accept a US Birth certificate, US Passport or a Permanent Resident card or one of the following for licensing private security personnel.
- Employment authorization papers/card
- Green card
- Work permit
ALL licenses may be renewed three months prior to their expiration date displayed on their card.
We continue to encourage you to renew all armed and unarmed licenses by mail, email and/or fax.
-Private Officers Licensing Unit
635 Woodland, Suite 2104
Kansas City, Missouri 64106
Phone: 816-889-6600
Fax: 816-889-6609
[email protected]
Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday – Friday
(New Applicants accepted from 7:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.)
For a list of early closure and closed dates for our unit, please see our calendar here.