Texas Security Guard Training

outline of the state of Texas

Texas Security Guard Training Requirements

In Texas, the Private Security Bureau within the Department of Public Safety regulates the private security industry, including security guard training and licensing. The Private Security Act contains most of the regulations in regards to security guard training and licensing.

The Private Security Act defines what it means for a person to act as a guard company if it engages in the business of or undertakes to provide a private watchman, guard, or street patrol service on a contractual basis for another person to:

prevent entry, larceny, vandalism, abuse, fire, or trespass on private property;
prevent, observe, or detect unauthorized activity on private property;
control, regulate, or direct the movement of the public, whether by vehicle or otherwise, only to the extent and for the time directly and specifically required to ensure the protection of property;
protect an individual from bodily harm including through the use of a personal protection officer; or
perform a function similar to a function listed above

The Private Security Act divides private security guards into three categories that each require different levels of training and licensure. A person has to step sequentially up through these security training and licensure levels.

Unarmed – Level 2 – Non-commissioned Security Officer
Armed – Level 3 – Commissioned Security Officer
Personal Protection Officer – Level 4 – Body Guard

Note: Level 1 no longer exists. Level 1 used to be an online test that guards took before they started working as guards. Level 1 was replaced with additional security training hours in Level 2.

Unarmed – Level 2 – Non-commissioned Security Officer

New TX – Level 2 – Non-commissioned Security Officer Training: No security guard experience.
Rookie TX – Level 2 – Non-commissioned Security Officer Training: No additional requirements for your 1st year employed as a security officer.
Pro TX – Level 2 – Non-commissioned Security Officer Training: No additional training requirements after your 1st year employed as a security officer, but you need to renew your security guard license every 3 years.

Armed – Level 3 – Commissioned Security Officer

New TX – Level 3 – Commissioned Security Officer Training: No armed security guard experience.
Rookie TX – Level 3 – Commissioned Security Officer Training: No additional requirements for your 1st year employed as a guard.
Pro TX – Level 3 – Commissioned Security Officer Training: Additional requirements after 1st year employed as an armed guard. You need to renew your armed security guard license every 2 years.

Personal Protection Officer – Level 4 – Bodyguard

New TX – Level 4 – PPO Bodyguard Training: No bodyguard experience.
Rookie TX – Level 4 – PPO Bodyguard: No additional requirements for your 1st year employed as a bodyguard.
Pro TX – Level 4 – PPO Bodyguard Training: No additional training required after your 1st year as a PPO. However, you do need to renew your license every 2 years.

New Texas Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer Training & Licensing Requirements

The following are the new Texas non-commissioned level 2 security officer training and licensing requirements from the Department of Public Safety’s Private Security Bureau:

TX Security Officer License Type: Security Officer Level 2 Non-commissioned Officer License
TX Security Office License Length: 3 years
TX Security Guard Licensing Authority: Texas Department of Public Safety, Private Security Bureau
TX Security Guard Licensing Website: Texas Private Security Bureau
TX Security Guard Licensing Phone Number: (512) 424-7293 (open 8am to 5pm)
TX Security Guard Licensing Address:

Mail Including Payment:
Texas Department of Public Safety
PO Box 15999
Austin, TX 78761-5999

Mail Without Payment:
Texas Department of Public Safety
Private Security – MSC 0241
PO Box 4087
Austin, TX 78773-0001

TX Security Guard Fingerprinting & Background Fees: $25 (for FBI background check)
Security Guard Application Fee: $33 ($30 application fee + $3 subscription fee)
Security Officer Courses before You Apply for a Security Officer License: 6 hours (Cost varies, $50 typical)

New Texas Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer Application Process

Interview for a security guard job.
Get a job by a security guard company.
Get the security guard training required for your guard license level.
Schedule your electronic fingerprints to be taken at L1 Services. Sometimes you may have to wait several days to several weeks to get an appointment. L1 Services only accepts appointments.
Get your fingerprints taken by L1 Services.
- By Mail: $25.00 FBI fingerprint fee and submit two classifiable & completed fingerprints on Bureau issued fingerprint cards.
- By internet using the Texas online and IBT services: $25.00 FBI fingerprint fee and provide a copy of your signed IBT FAST Receipt.
Your employer submits your security guard license application to the Private Security Bureau either by mail or online. Filing out forms:
- PSB-03A Non-commissioned Security Guard Application
- PSB-50 Application and Fee Submission Form
Submit Level Two Certificate of Completion for security guard training.
Submit a copy of your drivers license or identification card.
If applicable, submit a copy of your certificate of naturalization or permanent resident alien card.
Your employer submits your security guard license application to the Private Security Bureau either by mail or online.
Wait 4-6 weeks to get your license to be approved. An incomplete application, missing fingerprint cards, incorrect fees submitted or a missing training certificate increase the amount of time it takes for your security officer license to be issued.
After your employer has submitted your application for a non-commissioned security guard license, you can work as an unarmed guard while waiting for your license to be approved or rejected. Once your license is approved, it is mailed to your employer.
When your employer gives you your security guard pocket card, affix your picture to it, sign it and laminate it. You should carry this in your pocket, not on the outside of your garments, while on duty.

New Texas Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer Online Application

Your employer use the Private Security Bureau website to apply for your security officer license online.

New Texas Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer License Exemptions

There are no exemptions from getting your security guard pocket guard if you want to work as an unarmed security guard in Texas. Full time peace officers and retired police officers require licenses to work as security guards. However, you don’t have to get fingerprinted for the security guard application.

Important: Most Texas law enforcement agencies have rules that prohibit their peace officers from working off duty as security guards. So if you are working as a peace officer, you should verify with your agency that it is OK to work as a security guard or you could risk losing your peace officer career.

Reasons You Won’t Get Your New Texas Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer License

Your application to be a security guard in TX can be denied if you’ve been convicted of many offenses that relate to the duties and responsibilities of a security guard. Some of these reasons you can be denied your security guard license or the renewal of your license, include, but are not limited to:

A felony conviction for 10 years from the date you completed serving your sentence unless a full pardon has been granted for a wrongful conviction.
A class A misdemeanor offense for 5 years from the date you completed serving your sentence unless a full pardon has been granted for a wrongful conviction.
Conviction for a felony or class A offense that does not relate to being a security guard for 5 years from the date of commission.
A dishonorable military discharges for 5 years for Class B misdemeanor offenses and 10 years for Class A or felony offense.
Some class B misdemeanor offenses for 5 years.
Registered sex offender in Texas or any other state
Federal law prohibits the Bureau from issuing a license to anyone who is ineligible to work in the U.S.

How to Renew Your Texas Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer License

Chapter 1702 of the Texas Occupations Code, DPS-RSD requires that you submit your Non-commissioned License Renewal application to the Department of Public Safety no later than 30 days prior to your license expiration date. Your employer must submit form PSB-17 Indiviudal Security Guard License Renewal, the renewal fee of $30 and subscription fee of $3.

How to Renew Your Expired Texas Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer License

If your security guard license has been expired for less than 90 days, you must pay the renewal fee of $30, the subscription fee of $3 and 1/2 the renewal fee ($15).
If your security guard pocket guard license has been expired for less than one year and you’ve changed employers, your employer must submit form PSB-14 Employee Information Update, the $17.00 update fee, form PSB-17 Individual Security Guard License Renewal, the renewal fee of $30, late fee of $30 and subscription fee $3.
If your security guard pocket guard license has been expired for less than one year and you haven’t changed employers, your employer must submit form PSB-17 Indiviudal Security Guard License Renewal, the renewal fee of $30, late fee of $30 and subscription fee of $3.
If your security guard registration has been expired more than 6 months, your current employer must also submit 2 fingerprint cards and the $25.00 FBI fee, the renewal fee of $30, late fee of $30 and subscription fee of $3.
If your registration has been expired for more than one year, your current employer must submit an original application, 2 fingerprint cards and the FBI fee of $25.

New Texas Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer Training Requirements

The Texas Department of Public Safety requires that you take 6 hours of classes and pass a written test. The test is a standard test prepared by the Private Security Bureau. Administration, supervisors and salespersons employed by security company are also required to take these classes and exams to get their non-commissioned security officer license.

The required courses in the 6 hours of security guard training include:

Department of Public Safety – Private Security Bureau Regulations and Actions
Role of Security Officers
Police interaction with security officers
Conflict Resolution
Use of Force
Radio Procedures
Detainment & Arrest
Report Writing & Observations
Response to Emergencies
Applicable Penal Code Studies

New Texas Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer Training Exemptions

If you are a full time Texas police officer or have honorably retired from the peace officer force within the last 2 years, you don’t have to take the Level 2 security officer training in order to get your non-commissioned security officer license. If you’re a constable who works full time as a constable, you’re also exempt from the security guard training requirements, but not from the licensing requirements. If you are a part time, volunteer or reserve peace officer, you’re not exempt from taking the security officer training classes.

How to Transfer a Texas Security Guard Pocket Card to a Different Employer

Your license registration (pocket card) is transferable card. You won’t get a new pocket security license card when you work for a new employer. However, your new employer must submit the Employee Information Update form PSB-14 (PDF). You and your new employer don’t have to submit an new application or re-pay license fees.

How to Replace a Lost or Damaged Security License Pocket Card in Texas

If you lose or damage your security license pocket card, complete and submit the Request for Duplicate License form PSB-37 (PDF). You must also submit a $10.00 fee.

Security Guard Uniform Requirements in Texas

No security guard (Level 2, 3 or 4) can display a badge, shoulder patch, logo or any other identification which contains the words “Law Enforcement” and/or similar word(s) including, but not limited to: agent, enforcement agent, detective, task force, fugitive recovery agent or any other combination of names which gives the impression that the bearer is in any way connected with the federal government, state government or any political subdivision of a state government.

New Texas Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer Uniform

Display in the outermost garment in style, shape design and type which is visible by a reasonable person under normal conditions identification which contains:

either the name or board-approved logo of the company under whom the security officer is employed, or the name or the board-approved logo of the business entity with whom the employing company had contracted;
the last name of the security officer; and
the word “Security.”

Texas Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer Renewal Licensing Requirements

TX Security Officer License Type: Security Officer Level 2 Non-commissioned Officer License
TX Security Office License Length: 3 years
TX Security Guard License Renewal Fees: $30 application + $3 subscription fee for non expired licenses.
TX Security Guard License Additional Training: None.

How to Renew Your Texas Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer License if it Hasn’t Expired

You can renew your security guard license with either the online application or the paper, mail in application.

How to Renew Your Texas Expired Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer Pocket Card

If your security guard license has been expired for less than 90 days, you must pay the renewal fee of $30, the subscription fee of $3 and 1/2 the renewal fee ($15).
If your security guard pocket guard license has been expired for less than one year and you’ve changed employers, your employer must submit form PSB-14 Employee Information Update, the $17.00 update fee, form PSB-17 Individual Security Guard License Renewal, the renewal fee of $30, late fee of $30 and subscription fee $3.
If your security guard pocket guard license has been expired for less than one year and you haven’t changed employers, your employer must submit form PSB-17 Indiviudal Security Guard License Renewal, the renewal fee of $30, late fee of $30 and subscription fee of $3.
If your security guard registration has been expired more than 6 months, your current employer must also submit 2 fingerprint cards and the $25.00 FBI fee, the renewal fee of $30, late fee of $30 and subscription fee of $3.
If your registration has been expired for more than one year, your current employer must submit an original application, 2 fingerprint cards and the FBI fee of $25.

Texas Non-Commissioned Level 2 Security Officer Training (Continuing Education Requirements)

Texas doesn’t require that you take additional training every year to maintain your Level Two security officer license. However, your employer may require that you take more training to advance your security guard career.

New Texas Commissioned Level 3 Security Officer Training & Licensing Requirements (Armed)

TX Security Officer License Type: Security Officer Level 3 Commissioned Officer License
TX Security Office License Length: 2 years
TX Security Guard Licensing Authority: Texas Department of Public Safety, Private Security Bureau
TX Security Guard Licensing Website: Texas Private Security Bureau
TX Security Guard Licensing Phone Number: (512) 424-7293 (open 8am to 5pm)
TX Security Guard Licensing Address:

Mail Including Payment:
Texas Department of Public Safety
PO Box 15999
Austin, TX 78761-5999

Mail Without Payment:
Texas Department of Public Safety
Private Security – MSC 0241
PO Box 4087
Austin, TX 78773-0001

TX Security Guard Fingerprinting & Background Fees: $25 (for FBI background check)
Security Guard Application Fee: $55 ($50 application fee + $5 subscription fee)
Security Officer Courses before You Apply for a Security Officer License: 40 hours (Cost varies, $250 typical)

Texas Commissioned Level 3 Security Officer Training & Application Process Level 3

1. Interview for a security guard job.
2. Get a job by a security guard company.
3. Get the security guard training required for your guard license level.
4. Schedule your electronic fingerprints to be taken at L1 Services. Sometimes you may have to wait several days to several weeks to get an appointment. L1 Services only accepts appointments.
5. Get your fingerprints taken by L1 Services. If you have fingerprints on file from getting your Level 2 security guard license, you don’t need to submit new fingerprints.
  - By Mail: $25.00 FBI fingerprint fee and submit two classifiable & completed fingerprints on Bureau issued fingerprint cards.
  - By internet using the Texas online and IBT services: $25.00 FBI fingerprint fee and provide a copy of your signed IBT FAST Receipt.
6. Your employer submits your security guard license application to the Private Security Bureau either by mail or online. Filing out forms:
  - PSB-38A Commissioned Security Guard Application
  - PSB-50 Application and Fee Submission Form
7. Submit Level Two and Three Certificates of Completion for security guard training.
8. Submit a copy of your drivers license or identification card.
9. If applicable, submit a copy of your certificate of naturalization or permanent resident alien card.
10. Wait 4-6 weeks to get your license to be approved. An incomplete application, missing fingerprint cards, incorrect fees submitted or a missing training certificate increase the amount of time it takes for your security officer license to be issued.
11. After your employer has submitted your application for a commissioned security guard license, you can work as an unarmed guard, but not as an armed guard, while waiting for your Level 3 license to be approved or rejected. Once your license is approved, it is mailed to your employer.
12. When your employer gives you your security guard pocket card, affix your picture to it, sign it and laminate it. You should carry this in your pocket, not on the outside of your garments, while on duty. You can then work as an armed guard.

Texas Commissioned Level 3 Security Officer Online Application

Your employer use the Private Security Bureau website to apply for your security officer license online.

Texas Commissioned Level 3 Security Officer License Exemptions

There are no exemptions from getting your security guard pocket guard if you want to work as an armed security guard in Texas. Full time peace officers and retired police officers require licenses to work as security guards. However, you don’t have to get fingerprinted for the security guard application.

Reasons You Won’t Get Your Texas Commissioned Level 3 Security Officer License

A felony conviction for 10 years from the date you completed serving your sentence unless a full pardon has been granted for a wrongful conviction.
A class A misdemeanor offense for 5 years from the date you completed serving your sentence unless a full pardon has been granted for a wrongful conviction.
Conviction for a felony or class A offense that does not relate to being a security guard for 5 years from the date of commission.
A dishonorable military discharges for 5 years for Class B misdemeanor offenses and 10 years for Class A or felony offense.
Some class B misdemeanor offenses for 5 years.
Registered sex offender in Texas or any other state
Found by a court to be incompetent by reason of mental defect.
Currently restricted under a court protective order or subject to a restraining order affecting the spousal relationship, other than a restraining order solely affecting property interests.
Suffer from a psychiatric disorder or condition that causes or is likely to cause substantial impairment in judgment, mood, perception, impulse control, or intellectual ability?
Convicted in any court of a misdemeanor offense involving domestic violence.
Unlawful user of a controlled substance or addicted to any controlled substances.
Federal law prohibits the Bureau from issuing a license to anyone who is ineligible to work in the U.S.

Texas Commissioned Level 3 Security Officer Training Requirements

The Texas Department of Public Safety requires that you take 40 hours of classes and pass a written test. The test is a standard test prepared by the Private Security Bureau. The state has a standardized security guard training manual. The 40 hours of security guard courses includes 30 hours of non-firearm related security guard training topics and 10 hours of firearm training.

The required courses in the 40 hours of security guard training include:

Laws and Regulations
Notes & Report Writing
Crime Scene Protection
Officer Safety/Survival
Use of Force; Criminal/Civil
Conflict Resolution
Customer Service
Defensive Tactics
Handcuffing
Handgun Live Fire

How to Transfer a Security Guard Pocket Card to a Different Employer in Texas

How to Replace a Lost or Damaged Security License Pocket Card in Texas

If you lose or damage your security license pocket card, complete and submit the Request for Duplicate License form PSB-37 (PDF). You must also submit a $10.00 fee.

Security Guard Uniform Requirements in Texas

Commissioned (Armed) Security Officer (Level 3) Uniform

Display in the outermost garment in style, shape design and type which is visible by a reasonable person under normal conditions identification which contains:

The name of the company under whom the commissioned security officer is employed, the word “Security” and identification that contains the last name of the security officer.
The name of the company and the word “Security” must be of a size, style, shape, design, and type which is clearly visible by a reasonable person under normal conditions.

Armed Texas Commissioned Level 3 Security Officer Renewal Training

TX Security Officer License Type: Security Officer Level 3 Commissioned Officer License
TX Security Office License Length: 2 years
TX Security Guard License Renewal Fees: $50 application + $5 subscription fee for non expired licenses.
TX Security Guard License Additional Training: 6 hours.

How to Get Your Armed Texas Commissioned Level 3 Security Officer Renewal Training & License

Chapter 1702 of the Texas Occupations Code, DPS-RSD requires that you attend your armed Texas commissioned Level 3 security officer renewal training and submit your Commissioned License Renewal application to the Department of Public Safety no later than 30 days prior to your license expiration date. You need to take 6 hours of security guard training that includes a live fire range re-qualification and security guard class continuing education on the ethics involved in being a security guard. Your employer must submit form PSB-17 Individual Security Guard License Renewal, the renewal fee of $50 and subscription fee of $5.

You can renew your security guard license with either the online application or the paper, mail in application.

How to Renew Your Expired Armed Texas Commissioned Level 3 Security Officer Pocket Card

If your security guard license has been expired for less than 90 days, you must pay the renewal fee of $50, the subscription fee of $5 and 1/2 the renewal fee ($25).
If your security guard pocket guard license has been expired for less than one year and you’ve changed employers, your employer must submit form PSB-14 Employee Information Update, the $17.00 update fee, form PSB-17 Individual Security Guard License Renewal, the renewal fee of $50, late fee of $50 and subscription fee $5.
If your security guard pocket guard license has been expired for less than one year and you haven’t changed employers, your employer must submit form PSB-17 Individual Security Guard License Renewal, the renewal fee of $50, late fee of $50 and subscription fee of $5.
If your security guard registration has been expired more than 6 months, your current employer must also submit 2 fingerprint cards and the $25.00 FBI fee, the renewal fee of $50, late fee of $50 and subscription fee of $5.
If your registration has been expired for more than one year, your current employer must submit an original application, 2 fingerprint cards and the FBI of $25. In other words, you have passed the time frame when you can renew your license and you have to start the security guard application process over.

New Texas PPO Bodyguard Level 4 Training

If you want to be a bodyguard in Texas, you must get your Personal Protection Officer (PPO) license. This Level 4 license allows you to work special events, backstage, as a VIP bodyguard and as part of special protection details. This license allows you to work in plain clothes and carry a concealed while on duty as a PPO. Level 4 security officers tend to make more money than Level 3 security guards.

TX Security Officer License Type: Personal Protection Officer (PPO) Level 4 also known as the Bodyguard License
TX Security Office License Length: 2 years
TX Security Guard Licensing Authority: Texas Department of Public Safety, Private Security Bureau
TX Security Guard Licensing Website: Texas Private Security Bureau
TX Security Guard Licensing Phone Number: (512) 424-7293 (open 8am to 5pm)
TX Security Guard Licensing Address:

Mail Including Payment:
Texas Department of Public Safety
PO Box 15999
Austin, TX 78761-5999

Mail Without Payment:
Texas Department of Public Safety
Private Security – MSC 0241
PO Box 4087
Austin, TX 78773-0001

PPO Bodyguard Level 4 Fingerprinting & Background Fees: $25 (for FBI background check)
PPO Bodyguard Level 4 Application Fee: $55 ($50 application fee + $5 subscription fee)
PPO Bodyguard Level 4 Courses before You Apply for a License: 15 hours (Cost varies, $350 typical)

Texas PPO Bodyguard Level 4 Training & Licensing Process

You must be at least 21 years old.
You must have received or in the process of applying for your Level 3 Commissioned Officer license before you apply for your Level 4 license.
Interview for a bodyguard job.
Get a job as a bodyguard.
Get the security guard training required for the PPO license.
Your background check should have already been done or be in the process of being done for your Level 3 license.
Your employer submits your security guard license application to the Private Security Bureau either by mail or online. Filing out forms:
Submit Level Two, Three and Four Certificates of Completion for security guard training.
Wait 4-6 weeks to get your license to be approved.
After your employer has submitted your application for a Level 4 license, you can’t work as a PPO. You can only work at the license level you’re currently approved for; either Level 2 or Level 3. Once your PPO license is approved, it is mailed to your employer.
When your employer gives you your PPO pocket card, affix your picture to it, sign it and laminate it. You should carry this in your pocket, not on the outside of your garments, while on duty.

Texas PPO Bodyguard Level 4 Online Application

Your employer use the Private Security Bureau website to apply for your security officer license online.

Texas PPO Bodyguard Level 4 License Exemptions

Reasons You Won’t Get Your Texas PPO Bodyguard Level 4 License

A felony conviction for 10 years from the date you completed serving your sentence unless a full pardon has been granted for a wrongful conviction.
A class A misdemeanor offense for 5 years from the date you completed serving your sentence unless a full pardon has been granted for a wrongful conviction.
Conviction for a felony or class A offense that does not relate to being a security guard for 5 years from the date of commission.
A dishonorable military discharges for 5 years for Class B misdemeanor offenses and 10 years for Class A or felony offense.
Some class B misdemeanor offenses for 5 years.
Registered sex offender in Texas or any other state
Found by a court to be incompetent by reason of mental defect.
Currently restricted under a court protective order or subject to a restraining order affecting the spousal relationship, other than a restraining order solely affecting property interests.
Suffer from a psychiatric disorder or condition that causes or is likely to cause substantial impairment in judgment, mood, perception, impulse control, or intellectual ability?
Convicted in any court of a misdemeanor offense involving domestic violence.
Unlawful user of a controlled substance or addicted to any controlled substances.
Federal law prohibits the Bureau from issuing a license to anyone who is ineligible to work in the U.S.

Texas PPO Bodyguard Level 4 Training Requirements

The Texas Department of Public Safety requires that you take 15 hours of classes and pass a written test. The test is a standard test prepared by the Private Security Bureau. The state has a standardized security guard training manual. You only need to take these security guard courses once in your bodyguard career. It is worth the extra money to take more than the required 15 hours of training if it gets you more firearm and self-defense instruction and practice time. It is an investment in your career.

The required courses in the 15 hours of security guard training (Level 4) include:

10 hours on weaponless defense
2.5 hours on pepper spray
1 hour on Use of Force

Some topics that could be covered in this bodyguard training course include:

Hands on defensive tactics
Firing range
Pepper spray certification
Threat assessments
Route preplanning
Client contact/interaction
Overt and covert protection
Force options
Escalation/de-escalation of force
Police/News contact
Protection at a location
Protection on the move
Communication/reports/radios/vehicles
Response to incidents and threats
Exterior/interior procedures
Exposure to several different types of weapons/devices used by protection details
Logistics of security detail

How to Transfer a PPO Pocket Card to a Different Employer in Texas

How to Replace a Lost or Damaged Security License Pocket Card in Texas

If you lose or damage your security license pocket card, complete and submit the Request for Duplicate License form PSB-37 (PDF). You must also submit a $10.00 fee.

Texas PPO Bodyguard Level 4 Uniform Requirements

Can be in plain clothes.
Uniform not required.

Renewal of Texas PPO Bodyguard Level 4 Renewal Training & Licensing

TX Security Officer License Type: Level 4 Personal Protection Officer License
TX Security Office License Length: 2 years
TX Security Guard License Renewal Fees: $50 application + $5 subscription fee for non expired licenses.
TX Security Guard License Additional Training: None required.

How to Renew Your Level 4 Security Guard License

Chapter 1702 of the Texas Occupations Code, DPS-RSD requires that you attend your renewal security guard training and submit your Commissioned License Renewal application to the Department of Public Safety no later than 30 days prior to your license expiration date. Your employer must submit form PSB-17 Indiviudal Security Guard License Renewal, the renewal fee of $50 and subscription fee of $5.

You can renew your security guard license with either the online application or the paper, mail in application.

If you wait too long to renew your Level 4 license, which can easily happen if you wait to complete your Texas PPO bodyguard Level 4 renewal training, you first have to re-apply for your Level 3 license. Renew your Level 4 license early to prevent additional time being lost and application fees. You will lose pay if you can’t work as a bodyguard while you wait to get re-licensed.