Security Licence SA Cost Calculator
Estimate the cost of a security licence in South Australia. You need the training through a registered trainer plus the government licence application and a police check, with different units for guarding and crowd control.
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An SA security licence combines training through an RTO with a government licence application and police check. The role you want (guarding, crowd control) determines the units, so confirm the requirement before enrolling.
💰 Ways to save
- Do only the units the work requires to start, and add more later.
- Ask whether an employer will fund the licence for a role you are being hired for.
- Budget for the periodic renewal, not just the initial licence.
How we estimate this
A security licence in SA typically costs around $1,100 to $1,800 for the training course in 2026 depending on the role, plus the government licence application fee (around $220) and a police check. Combined guard and crowd-control training costs more.
Pricing reviewed: November 2026.
Pricing reviewed November 2026. Indicative Australian costs, not a quote.
Understanding security licence sa costs in Australia
A security licence in SA typically costs around $1,100 to $1,800 for the training course in 2026 depending on the role, plus the government licence application fee (around $220) and a police check. Combined guard and crowd-control training costs more.
The cost is the RTO training plus the government licence with a police check. Different roles need different units, and the licence is renewable, so factor the ongoing cost. Confirm requirements with Consumer and Business Services SA.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security licence cost in SA?
Roughly $1,100 to $1,800 for the training course in 2026 depending on the role, plus a government licence application fee (around $220) and a police check. Combined training costs more.
What do I need for an SA security licence?
The required training units through a registered training organisation, plus a government licence application and national police check. The role you want determines the units, so confirm before enrolling.
Are you a RTO / security trainer?
Everyone on this page is working out what security licence sa costs because they are ready to hire. Put your business right beneath the calculator, in your state, so you are who they find. From $50/mo.