Licensing & Permits

All individuals employed in a paid security capacity within the State of San Andreas must hold a valid Guard Card issued by the Bureau.

Guard Card Registration

The Guard Card authorizes an individual to work as a registered security officer in the State of San Andreas.

Minimum age of 18 years
No active felony convictions
Valid State Identification
Employment with a licensed security agency

Apply for Guard Card

Guard Card Firearms Permit

The Firearms Permit authorizes a licensed guard to carry a firearm while actively engaged in security duties. This permit does not authorize personal concealed carry.

Active Guard Card required
Bureau-approved firearms training
Background review
Qualification certification

Apply for Firearms Permit

License Verification

Employers and law enforcement agencies may verify the validity of a license through official Bureau channels. Expired, suspended, or revoked licenses are not valid.

Regulations & Statutory Authority

The Bureau of Security & Investigative Services operates under the authority of the Security Services Regulation Act of the State of San Andreas. All licensees are subject to applicable statutes, administrative rules, and enforcement actions issued by the Bureau.

Relevant Codes

San Andreas Business & Professions Code § 7500 – Security Services Regulation Act
San Andreas Administrative Code § 12.100 – Guard Registration Requirements
San Andreas Administrative Code § 12.200 – Firearms Qualification Standards
San Andreas Penal Code § 305 – Unauthorized Armed Security Activity

Disciplinary Actions

The Bureau may suspend, revoke, or deny a license for violations including, but not limited to:

Providing false information during application
Criminal convictions affecting moral character
Carrying a firearm without proper authorization
Misconduct while performing security duties

Licensees are responsible for maintaining compliance at all times. Ignorance of regulatory requirements does not exempt an individual from enforcement action.

Contact the Bureau

The Bureau of Security & Investigative Services provides assistance to applicants, licensees, employers, and law enforcement agencies.

Mailing Address

Bureau of Security & Investigative Services
State of San Andreas Government
Pershing Square
Los Santos, SA 90012

General Inquiries

Telephone: (555) 010-7500
Email: bsis@sanandreas.gov
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

License Verification Requests

Law enforcement agencies and licensed employers may submit formal verification requests via the official application portal or by contacting the Bureau directly.