Private Investigator Licensing in Illinois
Private investigation licenses are typically issued for individuals and organizations conducting investigative services. This guide contains information about private investigator licensing in Illinois. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
Company Licenses
Illinois Security Company Licenses
Illinois Private Investigation Agency License
Agency: | Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation - Division of Professional Regulation - Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, and Fingerprint Vendor Board |
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $500 |
Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $450 |
Due: | Triennially by August 31. |
Individual Licenses
Illinois Individual Security Licenses
Illinois Private Alarm Contractor License
Initial Registration
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Notes: | An exam is required to qualify for a Private Alarm Contractor License in the State of Illinois. The exam is administered by Continental Testing. The process is:
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Registration Renewal
Filing Method: | Mail or online |
Agency Fee: | $450 renewal fee |
Due: | Triennially by May 31 |
Notes: | Renewal notices and instructions will be mailed prior to the expiration of the license |
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Illinois Private Investigator License
Agency: | Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation - Division of Professional Regulation - Private Detective, Private Alarm, Private Security, and Fingerprint Vendor Board |
Initial Registration
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Agency Fee: | $500 |
Registration Renewal
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Agency Fee: | $150 |
Due: | Triennially by May 31. |
Learn about security licensing in other states:
Firearm Qualification - An additional qualification attached to license applications for armed private investigators.
Private Investigator Apprentice - Apprentices are issued limited licenses and can only operate under the direction of a licensed investigator.
Qualified Representative - A licensed private investigator who is responsible for the operation and management of an investigative agency.
Reciprocity - When a private investigator is allowed to do business in a different state under the license issued by their home state.
National Association of Legal Investigators (NALI)
Industry association that sponsors education and certification efforts for members.
National Council of Investigation and Security Services (NCISS)
Private investigation and security advocacy group.
United States Association of Professional Investigators (USAPI)
Industry association focused on education and certification.