
Private Investigator Licensing in Kansas

Private investigation licenses are typically issued for individuals and organizations conducting investigative services. This guide contains information about private investigator licensing in Kansas. For assistance with licensing, please contact us to learn about our software and managed license services.
Company Licenses
Kansas Security Company Licenses
Individual Licenses
Kansas Individual Security Licenses
Kansas Private Investigator License
Agency: | Kansas Attorney General - Licensing & Inspections Section - Private Detective Unit |
Bond Requirements: | $100,000 bond is only required for detectives not employed by an agency. |
Initial Registration
Form: | |
Agency Fee: | $250 |
Registration Renewal
Form: | |
Agency Fee: | $175 |
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.
