Private Investigator Licensing in Florida
Private investigation licenses are typically issued for individuals and organizations conducting investigative services. This guide contains information about private investigator licensing in Florida. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
Company Licenses
Florida Security Company Licenses
Florida Private Investigation Agency License
| Agency: | Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services - Division of Licensing |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $50 application fee and $42 fingerprint per member/officer of a company + $450 license fee once the application is approved. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $450 |
| Due: | Triennially |
| Notes: | Renewal applications are sent in the mail 150 days prior to expiration. After returning the application, pay the fee online. |
Individual Licenses
Florida Individual Security Licenses
Florida Private Investigator License
| Agency: | Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services - Division of Licensing |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $177.75 + $100 exam fee. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $85.75 + $29.75 fingerprint processing fee for the first renewal only. |
| Due: | Biennially |
| Notes: | Renewal applications are sent in the mail 150 days prior to expiration. After returning the application, pay the fee online. |
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.
