Private Investigator Licensing in Iowa
Private investigation licenses are typically issued for individuals and organizations conducting investigative services. This guide contains information about private investigator licensing in Iowa. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
Company Licenses
Iowa Security Company Licenses
Iowa Private Investigation Agency License
| Agency: | Iowa Department of Public Safety |
| Bond Requirements: | $5,000 for a single license classification or $10,000 for companies with more than one classification. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date issued. |
Individual Licenses
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.
