How long does SIA badge take to arrive?
How Long Does an SIA Licence Take to Come? The expected wait time for an SIA licence to be sent is about 25 working days, but most people can expect their application back in approximately 6 weeks from submission. The SIA aims to process 80% of applications within this time frame.
Why is my SIA application taking so long?
A: The SIA aims to process applications within six weeks, but this time only starts from when they receive a correctly completed form. If forms contain errors or omissions, the process can take longer.
How long does a criminality check take for SIA?
The SIA aim to process a minimum of 80% of all correctly completed applications within 25 working days. Complex applications, e.g. applications subject to additional criminality or qualification enquiries and those requiring overseas criminality checks, may take longer.
Can I use my SIA Licence as ID?
The purpose of displaying the SIA licence is not as an identifier, but as proof that the wearer has the right and the training to do that job. Using unlicensed security operative is an offence, so companies employing SIA staffs must have the relevant documents and do regular licence checks for them.
How long does SIA training take?
How to apply for the SIA Door Supervisor Licence. The Door Supervisor Course takes 6 days to complete. The training course is assessed by 4 multiple choice exams and a practical assessment.
Can SIA security carry handcuffs?
SIA licensed security operatives have no legal powers over and above other civilians. Anyone who does carry handcuffs should be aware that their use could constitute a crime, unless they can show that using them was reasonable and proportionate in the circumstances.
Where do I go to apply for a SIA licence?
To apply for an SIA licence, you need to complete an online application form with SIA. 2. Visit a Post Office. Bring your SIA application reference number and copies of any requested copies into a branch.
Is there a phone number for the SIA?
The SIA does not advertise the above phone number on their website, preferring to direct you to a contact form and promising to reply to you within 10 days. Unfortunately many licence holders and new applicants have waited several months in some cases for a reply – and even then their initial problem wasn’t solved.
Is the fee for a SIA licence refundable?
Being prepared can save you time, and even money, during the application process. The licence fee is not refundable. This means that you will not get your money back if your application is not successful.
When do you need to send Sia application to post office?
Your Next Steps Notification from SIA will tell you if you need to send any documents directly to them. You need to send everything to the SIA within 21 days of visiting the Post Office or your application may be withdrawn. Until the SIA receive your documents they will not be able to progress your application further.