Security guards, private investigators and security guard agencies are reminded that they must renew their licences by Friday, January 31, 2020.
To renew the licences, members of the public should visit the National Security Investigation Unit of the Prime Minister’s Office, Weymouth Corporate Centre, Roebuck Street, St. Michael.
The public is advised that no person may offer services as a private investigator or security guard, or operate an agency providing those services, unless licensed under the Act.
Any person who contravenes the Act “is guilty of an offence, and is liable on conviction to a fine of $5,000, or imprisonment of two years or both”.
A valid Police Certificate of Character must be submitted with the renewal application. This certificate is valid for a period of six months after the issue date.
Non-nationals applying for, or renewing licences must provide documentation verifying that they are residents or citizens of Barbados, or have work permits, which allow them to work.
Entities should ensure that security agencies, private investigators and security guard licences are current when engaging their services.
For further information, the public may email leonard.cyrus@barbados.gov.bb, or call 535-5467 or 535-5300.