If your application with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSiRA) has been approved, you’ll need to collect your PSIRA certificate in person. Whether you’re an individual security officer or a registered security business, this guide explains where to collect, how to check your status, renewal rules, and what documents you need.
Where to Collect Your PSIRA Certificate
You can collect your certificate at any PSiRA branch nearest to you (excluding the head office).
Bring your valid South African ID book or ID card when collecting your certificate for the first time.
How to Get the PSIRA Registration Form Without Visiting a Branch
You don’t have to go to a branch just to get forms. Download them online:
- Visit www.psira.co.za
- Go to Publications
- Scroll down to Downloads
- Select the registration form you need
This applies to both individual and business registration forms.
How to Check If Your PSIRA Application Has Been Approved
You can confirm your registration status digitally or by phone:
Call Customer Care: 086 133 3850 (have your ID number ready)
OR
Check Online Using Verification Portal
- Visit www.psira.co.za
- Click Online Verification (top right of homepage)
- Enter your ID number
- Tick I’m Human
- Click Submit
Direct Verification Link (Individual):
https://onlineverification.psira.co.za/onlineverification/individual
📦 Can PSIRA Post or Deliver My Certificate?
❌ No. Certificates cannot be posted or sent by courier.
PSIRA requires your fingerprint verification at the branch before printing, so you must collect in person.
Can Someone Else Collect or Renew My Certificate for Me?
- ❌ For individuals: No one can collect or renew on your behalf because your fingerprint must be verified at the branch.
- ✔️ For employed security officers: Your employer can renew your certificate on your behalf, but only with your consent.
You must visit a PSIRA branch (not the head office) when fingerprint verification is required.
How Long Does a PSIRA Certificate Remain Valid?
| Type of Certificate | Validity Period |
|---|---|
| Individual Certificate | 24 months |
| Business Certificate | 12 months |
Requirements to Renew a PSIRA Business Certificate
Primary Requirements
- Company application letter (on official business letterhead)
- Annual fees paid in full or signed acknowledgement of debt
Secondary Requirements (additional)
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate
- COID registration (if the business has employees)
Requirements to Renew Your Individual PSIRA Certificate
You must provide:
- Completed Renewal of Individual Certificate Form
- Payment of renewal fees:
- R40 – First renewal
- R20 – Second renewal
- R90 – Re-issue or upgrade
- ID Card fees: R60 (first issue) / R90 (re-issue or upgrade)
- Certified copy of your ID (first page)
- Original PSIRA certificate
If lost or stolen, bring an affidavit.
Why Does My Status Say “Withdrawn”?
A PSIRA application may be withdrawn due to:
- Outstanding annual fees, or
- A criminal record
If this appears on your status check, contact PSiRA Customer Care on 086 133 3850 to confirm and resolve it.