Virginia guard card requirements

Unarmed Security Officer/Courier registration · Last verified November 1, 2026

Not legal advice. This guide is general information, not legal or career advice. Licensing rules, hours and fees change and vary by state and employer. Verify every requirement with the issuing body before you enroll, apply or work.

Issuing agency

Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS)

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Requirements and training

Minimum age: 18
Training and requirements: 18 hours of entry-level training (01E Security Officer Core Subjects). Must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident alien. Fingerprints through Fieldprint Virginia.

Cost and time

Fees: Check with Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS)
Time: You can work up to 90 consecutive days while completing training if fingerprints were submitted by your hire date and your employer issues a 90-day authorization.

Renewal

Renew online and complete 4 hours of in-service training (01I).

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Sources

www.dcjs.virginia.gov/licensure-and-regulatory-affairs/unarmed-security-officercourier

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