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Delaware security guard
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Find Delaware security guard licensing authorities and the official sources for checking a credential and planning renewal.

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01 / Public record

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Match the name or license number. Check status, expiration, and any restrictions shown.

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02 / Official confirmation

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A public search may be enough for a status check. Another board or employer may require a verification sent directly by the issuer.

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03 / Keep it current

Renew your license

Confirm your due date, complete the required education, and submit to the licensing authority.

Delaware Yellow Card renewal instructions Covers: Unarmed guard renewal; the Red Card firearms endorsement has separate requirements.

Renewal at a glance

CredentialGuard / security agency
Renewal cycleThe unarmed Yellow Card is valid for five years and expires on your birthday. The State Police recommends starting renewal at least two months early because retraining and retesting are required. [source]
Renewal feeUnarmed Yellow Card application or renewal fee: $105, nonrefundable, paid through IdentiGO. Required training and testing are separate; confirm those provider charges when booking. [source]
Renewal applicationDelaware Yellow Card renewal instructions

Fees can differ for active, inactive, late, and reinstatement applications. Your official license record controls your deadline.

Official sources & licensing authorities

Guard registration, armed authorization, and agency licenses can follow different rules. Confirm both the role and the relevant jurisdiction.

Delaware State Police — Security Guards Yellow Card security license and separate Red Card firearms endorsementAuthority listed in Security Guards/Armed Security Guards - Delaware State Police - State of Delaware.
Source review dates · 2 sources

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  1. Security Guards/Armed Security Guards - Delaware State Police - State of Delaware Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
  2. Unarmed Security Guard FAQs - Delaware State Police - State of Delaware Retrieved Oct 13, 2026

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