Security licensing requirements in New York
In New York, security licensing is handled by the New York State Department of State. XGuard requires guards working in New York to provide security license. Agencies are asked for security license. These are the documents XGuard asks agencies in New York to hold before they can list. XGuard checks them and never provides or arranges coverage. The license itself is issued by the New York State Department of State. Independent professionals and agencies both list on XGuard; local rules decide who must hold which license.
Documents XGuard checks
- Security licenseRequired, expires
These are the documents XGuard asks agencies in New York to hold before they can list. XGuard checks them and never provides or arranges coverage. The license itself is issued by the New York State Department of State.
Wages and verification
New York Minimum Wage.
New York State Department of State website
XGuard verifies licenses by document review and, where the regulator publishes a lookup, against that lookup.
Frequently asked
Who issues security licenses in New York?
Security licenses in New York are issued by the New York State Department of State.
Does a security agency need its own license in New York?
XGuard asks agencies in New York for: Security license. These are the documents XGuard asks agencies in New York to hold before they can list. XGuard checks them and never provides or arranges coverage. The license itself is issued by the New York State Department of State.
Next steps
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Last verified: July 2, 2026
XGuard is a marketplace. It does not employ security professionals or issue licenses, and it does not promise work. Requirements change, so confirm with the regulator before you apply.