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New changes to NSW Security Licence July 2023

Effective June 1, 2023, NSW Police have recognized alterations that’ll affect new applicants & current security licensees, including master class licenses.

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Starting from June 1, 2023, the NSW Police introduced several important modifications that affect both new applicants and existing security licensees, including Master Licence holders. These updates are designed to strengthen public safety, improve industry compliance, and ensure only suitable individuals are permitted to work within the security sector.

Understanding these changes is especially important if you’re completing a Security Licence Course NSW or planning to apply for your Class 1 or Class 2 licence soon.

New Changes to NSW Security Licence

Effective 1 June 2023, the following major updates have been enforced:

1. Registrable Persons Cannot Hold a NSW Security Licence

Anyone who is a registrable person or corresponding registrable person under the Child Protection (Offenders Registration) Act 2000, and who has reporting obligations, is not eligible to hold a NSW Security Licence.

This applies to:

  • New applicants
  • Current security licensees attempting renewal

If a current licensee falls into this category, they will be ineligible for licence renewal.

2. Two-Year Ban for Refused Applicants

The Security Licensing Enforcement Directorate (SLED) will now issue a two-year ban to any person refused a licence on:

  • Fit and proper person grounds
  • Public interest grounds

The individual will receive written notice of the ban.

This highlights why proper training through an approved training provider like Multisec Training is essential when preparing for your licence.

New Changes for Master Licence Holders

From 1 June 2023, Master Licence holders must not allow individuals who:

  • Are ineligible for a security licence due to criminal or related history
  • Have been refused a security licence on fit and proper person/public interest grounds within the past five years
  • Have had a licence revoked on the same grounds in the past five years

…to perform any of the following tasks:

Restricted Tasks Include:

  • Cash-in-transit (CIT) activities
  • Accessing any operational information related to the security business
  • Rostering or scheduling Class 1 or Class 2 licensees
  • Supervising the performance of Class 1 or Class 2 licensees

These restrictions do not apply if:

  • The refusal or revocation was overturned, or
  • The person was later granted a licence

Master Licence holders should also stay updated with training standards, such as the Certificate II in Security Operations, to ensure full compliance.

Visa and Skilled Occupation Requirements

For individuals working in NSW on visas—especially those sponsored by a Master Licence holder—there are additional requirements:

✔ Must meet all NSW Police and SLED eligibility criteria
✔ Must hold a current police certificate
✔ Must be over 12 months since turning 16
✔ Must hold the correct class of licence for the intended security activities
✔ Must complete all required training (e.g. first aid + CPP20218 Certificate II)

Anyone pursuing advanced positions may consider the Certificate IV in Security Risk Management to meet occupational standards.

Need More Information?

If you have questions about licensing rules, applications, renewals, or eligibility, the team at Multisec Training is here to help. We ensure all students and Master Licence holders understand and comply with NSW SLED regulations.

Also Read

To stay updated and compliant, here are two related guides:

✔ Changes to NSW Security Licence Requirements
 ✔ A Complete Guide to Getting Your Security Licence in Sydney

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