How to become a security guard in Rhode Island
Rhode Island has no statewide security guard license. Here is what it takes to work as a security guard in Rhode Island, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Part of the state's website could not be reached when we checked, so some details come from Rhode Island law and official forms. Confirm them on the official page before you apply.
Who can become a security guard in Rhode Island?
- Licensed employers may not knowingly employ anyone convicted of a felony
- Employee registration statement giving name, age, address, citizenship and five years of work history, and stating no felony conviction
Rhode Island security guard license requirements
| State license | No statewide license. Rhode Island does not issue individual security guard licenses. The Attorney General licenses private security guard businesses, and each guard must give the employer a verified employee registration statement. |
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| Licensed by | Rhode Island Attorney General (licenses security guard businesses) |
How much does it cost?
| Private security guard business license (biennial) | $400 |
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Fees as listed by the state. Schools, courses, exam prep, insurance and equipment cost extra and vary by provider.
Steps to become a security guard in Rhode Island
- Confirm Rhode Island does not license individual guards
- Find an employer licensed by the Attorney General as a private security guard business
- Complete the verified employee registration statement
- Pass the employer's criminal background check
How do you check a security guard's license in Rhode Island?
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the person or company you're hiring.
- Ask how long they've been licensed and whether any complaints or discipline are on record.