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In this section, you will find information relating to Investigators.  In addition, you will find relevant applications, fees, training requirements, training organisations and additional information.  If you still need assistance, please contact Licensing Services Division.

What is an Investigator?

A person who on behalf of another person is employed or retained to obtain and furnish information as to the personal character or actions of any person or as to the character or nature of the business or occupation of any person or alternatively be employed to search for missing persons.

Applications, Forms, Fees

• Individual Private Security Licence Application
• Private Security Suitability Reference
• Private Security Fees
• Application to Vary a Licence/Registration to include additional security activities

Training Requirements

Please click here for Investigator Training Requirements

Registered Training Organisations

Please click here for a full list Registered Training Organisations

Additional Information

• All Licence and Registration categories in the Private Security Industry in Victoria must meet probity requirements. Please click here for more information.
• Prospective Investigators maybe eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). It is encouraged that you contact a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to see about the availability of RPL.

Contact Details

For further information or help, please e-mail you enquiry with your contact details to the Licensing Services Division at licensingservices@police.vic.gov.au.