Agencies
Services
Private Detective
Professions Licensed by IDFPR:
- Licensed Private Detective
- Licensed Private Detective Agency
- Licensed Private Detective Agency Branch Office
- Approved Training Course School
- Firearm Control Card (FCC)
- FCC Retired Peace Office Waiver - LEOSA
- Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) - Renewal Available!
- Firearm Instructor
- Approved 20-Hour Basic Training Program
- Approved Basic 48-Hour Firearm Training Course
NOTICE: IDFPR Introduces New Online Licensing System!
On October 30, 2024, IDFPR launched CORE, a new online system for professionals to apply for licensure in Illinois.
New applications for Private Detective Licenses are now available in CORE.
Access CORE and learn more about the new system by going here.
License Information
Online Renewal & Instructions
- Online Renewal Instructions
- Click Here to Start Your Online Renewal!
Please allow 2-4 business days for your license to post in our systems and your license status to update. - NOTE: If an applicant misses the renewal window and the online portal does not allow you to renew after it concludes, you must reinstate their license by requesting a Reinstatement application from IDFPR.
Notices
- We have a new Third Party Authorization for licensure applicants, which may be found here! This is for applicants to authorize individuals or companies to contact IDFPR on your behalf regarding your application. All other versions of the form will no longer be accepted by the Department starting May 1, 2024.
- Important Notice FCC Retired Peace Officer Waiver - LEOSA
- Effective September 2025, LEOSA (Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act) licenses issued in the State of Illinois are now valid for three (3) years from the date of last issuance. This change extends the previous expiration date of your current licensure period. You can print a copy of your license reflecting the new expiration date by logging into your eLicense Online account.
If you have any questions regarding this update or need assistance with your LEOSA license, please contact our call center, toll free, at 1-800-560-6420.
Detective Licensee Application
Private Detective Agency Registration Application
Firearm Training Card
- Firearm Control Card Registration
- Firearm Control Card Termination
- Firearm Training Certificate of Completion
- Firearm Training Waiver
- Firearm Training Instructor Registration
- 48-Hour Firearm Training Course Requirements for Licensure
- 48-Hour Firearm Training Course Registration
- Weapons Discharge Report Form
FCC Retired Peace Officer Waiver - LEOSA
License Maintenance
Resources & Publications
- Department FAQs
- Private Detective, Private Security Contractor, Private Alarm Contractor, Locksmith, Canine Handler or Fingerprint Vendor License Criminal Conviction FAQs
- Change Your Address
- Fingerprint Agency List
- Fingerprint Results
- Reasonable Accommodation & Religious Accommodation Request Form for Examinees
- Thirty Day Arrest & Conviction Reporting Form
- Application to classify records as confidential
