Private Investigator Licensing in Rhode Island
Private investigation licenses are typically issued for individuals and organizations conducting investigative services. This guide contains information about private investigator licensing in Rhode Island. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
Company Licenses
Rhode Island Security Company Licenses
Rhode Island Private Investigation Agency License
Not required
Private Investigation Agency licensure is not required on the State level in Rhode Island.
Rhode Island does not issue private investigator firm licenses at the state level, however, cities and towns may require licensure.
Individual Licenses
Rhode Island Individual Security Licenses
Rhode Island Private Investigator License
Not required
Private Investigator licensure is not required on the State level in Rhode Island.
Rhode Island does not issue private investigator licenses at the state level, however, cities and towns may require licensure.
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.
