Private Investigator Licensing in Pennsylvania
Private investigation licenses are typically issued for individuals and organizations conducting investigative services. This guide contains information about private investigator licensing in Pennsylvania. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
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Company Licenses
Pennsylvania Security Company Licenses
Pennsylvania Private Investigation Agency License
Not required
Private Investigation Agency licensure is not required on the State level in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania does not issue private investigation agency licenses at the state level. Private investigative agencies should apply for a county level license through the clerk of courts.
Local Security Company Licenses
Lower Allen Township Alarm Supplier/Monitor License
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Notes: | Forms are not currently available online. You must contact the public safety office and request to be sent via email. |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31 |
| Notes: | Forms are not currently available online. You must contact the public safety office and request to be sent via email. |
Individual Licenses
Pennsylvania Individual Security Licenses
Pennsylvania Private Investigator License
Not required
Private Investigator licensure is not required on the State level in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania does not issue private investigator licenses at the state level. Private investigators should apply for a county level license through the clerk of courts.
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.
