Private Investigator Licensing in Oregon
Private investigation licenses are typically issued for individuals and organizations conducting investigative services. This guide contains information about private investigator licensing in Oregon. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
Company Licenses
Oregon Security Company Licenses
Oregon Private Investigation Agency License
Not required
Private Investigation Agency licensure is not required on the State level in Oregon.
Oregon does not license private investigator firms, however, firm information is requested on individual license applications.
More information: Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training - Private Security and Private Investigators ProgramIndividual Licenses
Oregon Individual Security Licenses
Oregon Private Investigator License
| Agency: | Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training - Private Security and Private Investigators Program |
| Bond Requirements: | $5,000 |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $29 application fee + $40 fingerprint fee + $550 license fee following approval. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $550 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date issued. |
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.
