Private Investigator Licensing in Alabama
Private investigation licenses are typically issued for individuals and organizations conducting investigative services. This guide contains information about private investigator licensing in Alabama. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
Company Licenses
Alabama Security Company Licenses
Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure (AESBL) Company License
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $150 application fee + $300 if a sole proprietorship or non-incorporated partnership or $400 if a corporation, LLC, or LP. |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $300 if a sole proprietorship or non-incorporated partnership or $400 if a corporation, LLC, or LP |
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Individual Licenses
Alabama Individual Security Licenses
Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure (AESBL) Individual License
| Agency: | Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $50 |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Due: | Biennially by December 31. Licensees employed by a company with a name beginning with letters A–H renew in odd-numbered years and licensees employed by a company with a name beginning with letters I-Z renew in even-numbered years. |
Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure (AESBL) Qualifying Agent License
| Agency: | Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $50 for burglar alarm only applicants; $100 for burglar alarm and access control applicants; or $150 for burglar alarm, access control, and CCTV applicants. |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $50 for burglar alarm only licensees; $100 for burglar alarm and access control licensees; or $150 for burglar alarm, access control, and CCTV licensees. |
| Due: | Biennially by December 31. Licensees employed by a company with a name beginning with letters A–H renew in odd-numbered years and licensees employed by a company with a name beginning with letters I-Z renew in even-numbered years. |
Alabama Private Investigator License
| Agency: | Alabama Private Investigation Board |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $100 application fee, $37 fee to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, and $300 license fee. |
Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | $300 |
| Due: | Licenses expire two years from the date of issuance. |
| Notes: | Renewal forms are sent in the mail 60 days prior to expiration. |
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.
