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Frequently asked questions

1. How do I apply for a new PSRA licence?

Please see our full list of requirements. Click Here

2. How do I renew my PSRA licence?
  1. Complete and Submit Application Form 2
  2. Include Current / Expired registration card
  3. Pay relevant fees
3. What if I lost my licence?
  1. Make a formal report to the nearest police station
  2. Complete and submit Application Form 2 with the attached receipt of police report obtained from police station.
  3. Make payment for replacement registration card
4. How do I register a company?

Please see our full list of requirements for company applications. Click Here

5. What are the benefits of the Health Insurance?

Health Insurance covers a part of your expenses at the doctor, pharmacy or hospital.

Please call/whatsapp (876)485-8320 for further questions

6. How much does the Health Insurance cost?
  1. Costs vary depending on the option you choose.
  2. For Individuals: There are 5 options ranging from $3,866 to $7,265
  3. For Families : There are 5 options ranging from $7,682 to $20,264
  4. Please see the full list of options and prices here

Please call/whatsapp (876)485-8320 for further questions

7. Does Health Insurance provide coverage for my child?

Health Insurance covers your dependents if you have chosen an option with dependents.

Your dependents are:

  1. Your spouse (married or unmarried)
  2. Your children, step children and legally adopted children up to their 25th birthday .

Please call/whatsapp (876)485-8320 for further questions

8. How do I become a Security Industry Trainer?
  1. Obtain a Train the Trainer certificate from HEART Trust, MIND or other PSRA recognised Institution
  2. OR a Certificate in Training from a tertiary organization
  3. JCF or JDF personnel to show proof of necessary expertise by virtue of training and experience
  4. Complete all requirements outlined here
  5. Attend an interview with any of our assessors
  6. Pay relevant fees
9. How do I become an Armed Guard?
  1. Obtain a letter from your company requesting registration for you as an armed guard with permission to use your company's firearms
  2. Obtain FLA user permit with sponsorship from your company
  3. Submit both the original and a copy of your FLA User permit
  4. Attend an interview with any of our assessors
  5. Pay relevant fees
10. What if I have been out of the industry for a while?
  1. A security person who has been out of the industry for two (2) years or more will be required to reapply.
  2. Submit Application Form 2
  3. Provide a valid training certificate
  4. Attend an interview with any of our assessors
  5. If you previously advised of leaving the private security industry, in writing, and returned your registration card, only current year fees will be assessed
  6. Pay any outstanding fees