License to operate a security company (security service) pursuant to Section 34a of the Trade Regulation Act.
Damit wir Apply for a security business license (Section 34a of the Trade Regulation Act) mit dem zuständigen Gewerbeamt in Ihrer Stadt anzeigen können.
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Sie werden zur geführten Suche weitergeleitet – mit Kontaktdaten, Termin und nächsten Schritten für Apply for a security business license (Section 34a of the Trade Regulation Act).
Quick answer
Documents you need
IHK Certificate of Competence under Section 34a of the Trade Regulation Act · Proof of Liability Insurance
Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
How to do it
In person or by post at the office
Costs
20–60 € je nach Gemeinde
Take the § 34a GewO proficiency exam
At the Chamber of Industry and Commerce, for all security guards engaged in commercial activities.
Application for a permit with the Department of Business and Industry
Including a certificate of good conduct, an extract from the debtors' register, proof of tax payment, and liability insurance.
Obtain a permit and begin operations
Annual reporting requirements to the authorities.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Individuals who wish to provide commercial security services (property security, personal protection, cash transport).
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 1 months
Success rate
approx. 75.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
20–60 €, depending on the municipality.
Typically about 30 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.