Security Guard License Cost in Virginia
Documented Security Guard license fees for Virginia are not published in this dataset, so the total cost varies. Check the current fee schedule with Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services — Private Security Services before budgeting.
Figures below come from the same dataset as the full guide and list only what the state publishes. Anything not published is marked “varies — check the board” rather than guessed.
Security Guard license cost — Virginia at a glance
| Pre-license education | Varies — check the board |
| Exam fee | Varies — check the board |
| Application fee | Varies — check the board |
| License fee | Varies — check the board |
| Documented fees total | Not published |
| BLS median annual wage | $37,160 (security guards) |
Official source: Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services — Private Security Services ↗
Fees vs. median pay
The BLS median annual wage for security guards is $37,160. Actual local earnings vary widely by market and experience — use the career ROI tool to model your own numbers.
Frequently asked questions
What does a Security Guard license cost in Virginia?
Documented fees for Virginia are not published in this dataset — check Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services — Private Security Services for the current fee schedule.
Are the exam fee and the license fee the same thing in Virginia?
No. The exam fee covers sitting for the test, while the application and license fees cover processing and issuing the credential. Each is listed separately in the table above where the state publishes it.
How much does Security Guard training cost in Virginia?
Training-hour requirements for Virginia are not published here — ask Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services — Private Security Services for the approved programs and their costs.
Is a Security Guard license in Virginia worth the cost?
The BLS median annual wage for security guards is $37,160. Earnings vary widely by state and market — treat this as a planning estimate, not a promise.
Budget your Security Guard licensing in Virginia
This page is informational and not legal advice. Fees, pass rates and retake rules change frequently — verify all figures with Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services — Private Security Services and your exam vendor before paying (retrieved 2026-08-20).