Private Investigator Licensing in Montana
Private investigation licenses are typically issued for individuals and organizations conducting investigative services. This guide contains information about private investigator licensing in Montana. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
Company Licenses
Montana Security Company Licenses
Montana Contract Security Company License
Initial Registration
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| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $250 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Due: | Annually by March 1. |
Montana Propriety Security Organization License
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $250 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Due: | Annually by March 1. |
Individual Licenses
Montana Individual Security Licenses
Montana Private Investigator License
| Agency: | Montana Board of Private Security |
| 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: | $250 application fee + $20 exam fee + $50 armed endorsement (optional) |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $175 |
| Due: | Annually by March 1. |
Montana Resident Manager License
| Agency: | Montana Board of Private Security |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $175 application fee + $20 exam fee. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $125 |
| Due: | Annually by March 1. |
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.
