Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of October 5, 2026, from the State Secretariat for Security, publishing the final list of persons admitted and excluded from the selection tests for security guard and its specialty of explosives guard and private escort |
|---|---|
| Publication | October 9, 2026 |
| Entry into force | October 9, 2026 |
| Affected parties | Candidates for security guard, explosives guard and private escort (call 03/2026) |
| Category | Public Sector |
| Call | 03/2026 |
| Official source | BOE-A-2026-21082 |
If you submitted an application for call 03/2026 for security guard, explosives guard or private escort, you can now check whether you appear on the final list of admitted or excluded candidates. The Resolution of October 5, 2026 from the State Secretariat for Security, published in the BOE on October 9, 2026, closes the admission process and sets the exact test schedule. From this point on, your margin for action is minimal: either you are admitted and you prepare, or you are excluded and you decide whether to appeal.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution publishes the final (not provisional) list of candidates admitted and excluded from the selection tests for call 03/2026 for three profiles:
- Security guard
- Security guard with specialty in explosives guard
- Private escort
The most frequent exclusion reasons identified in the resolution are:
| Code | Exclusion reason |
|---|---|
| A | Lack of digital signature on the application form |
| B | Non-payment of exam fee online |
| — | Non-compliance with age requirements |
| — | Non-compliance with nationality requirements |
The test schedule is set as follows:
| Test type | Dates |
|---|---|
| Physical tests | October 14-23, 2026 |
| Theoretical tests | October 24, 2026 |
The authorized venues for conducting the tests are:
- Madrid
- Balearic Islands
- Cádiz
- Jaén
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Santiago de Compostela
- Tarragona
- Valencia
- Zaragoza
Each admitted candidate has a specific venue assigned. Appearing at a venue different from the one assigned results in automatic exclusion, with no possibility of correction afterwards.
Economic and operational impact
For excluded candidates, the most immediate impact is the loss of the exam fee paid, since exclusion for reason A (lack of digital signature) or reason B (non-payment of exam fee online) does not automatically entitle them to a refund. Additionally, it means the inability to obtain professional qualification in this call, which delays entry into the private security sector labor market.
For private security companies that have hiring processes linked to this call, the delay in qualifying new security guards may affect workforce planning and service contract coverage.
Excluded candidates who believe their exclusion is incorrect have the following appeal options:
| Appeal type | Deadline | Competent body |
|---|---|---|
| Appeal for reconsideration | 1 month from publication | State Secretariat for Security |
| Administrative contentious appeal | 2 months from publication | National Court |
Who does it affect?
- Admitted candidates to call 03/2026: must verify their assigned venue and appear on the indicated dates.
- Excluded candidates: must review the exclusion code (A or B) and assess whether to file an appeal before the one-month deadline expires.
- Private security companies: indirectly affected by the availability of qualified personnel in the market.
- Private security training academies and centers: must inform their students about the status of their application and appeal deadlines.
- Advisors and management firms that processed applications on behalf of candidates: must verify that their clients appear correctly on the admitted list.
Practical example
A candidate for security guard who submitted their application for call 03/2026 and paid the exam fee, but forgot to apply a digital signature to the form, will appear on the final exclusion list with code A. Since this is a final list (not provisional), they can no longer correct this error.
Their only option is to file an appeal for reconsideration within one month with the State Secretariat for Security, arguing that the exclusion is not lawful, or file an administrative contentious appeal with the National Court within two months. If they do not act within these deadlines, they will be excluded from this call and must wait for the next one.
On the other hand, an admitted candidate with an assigned venue in Tarragona who decides to appear in Valencia—for reasons of proximity or logistics—will be automatically excluded, even if they have passed all tests, for not having appeared at their assigned venue.
What should candidates do now?
- Check the final list in the BOE (BOE-A-2026-21082) to verify whether you appear as admitted or excluded.
- If you are admitted: locate your assigned venue among the nine authorized ones and confirm the exact dates of your tests (physical from October 14-23; theoretical on October 24).
- If you are excluded: identify the exclusion code (A: lack of digital signature; B: non-payment of fee) and assess with an advisor whether the reason is appealable.
- If you decide to appeal: file the appeal for reconsideration before one month has passed since October 9, 2026, or the administrative contentious appeal before two months have passed with the National Court.
- Do not change venues under any circumstances: appearing at a venue different from the one assigned results in automatic and final exclusion from that call.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I check if I am admitted or excluded in call 03/2026 for security guard?
The final list is published in the BOE through the Resolution of October 5, 2026 (reference BOE-A-2026-21082), available at boe.es. Publication was made on October 9, 2026 and is effective from that same date.
What does code A or B mean on the exclusion list for call 03/2026?
Code A indicates exclusion due to lack of digital signature on the application form. Code B indicates exclusion due to non-payment of the exam fee online. Both are the most frequent reasons for exclusion in this call. Additionally, exclusion also occurs for non-compliance with age or nationality requirements.
When and where are the tests for call 03/2026 for security guard?
Physical tests are held between October 14 and 23, 2026 and theoretical tests on October 24, 2026. The authorized venues are: Madrid, Balearic Islands, Cádiz, Jaén, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Santiago de Compostela, Tarragona, Valencia and Zaragoza. Each candidate must attend the venue assigned to them.
What happens if I appear for the tests at a venue different from the one assigned to me?
The resolution establishes that appearing at a venue different from the one assigned results in automatic exclusion of the candidate, regardless of the results obtained. There is no possibility of correction afterwards for this reason.
Can I appeal if I am on the exclusion list for call 03/2026?
Yes. Against the resolution, two options are available: appeal for reconsideration within one month from publication (October 9, 2026) with the State Secretariat for Security, or administrative contentious appeal within two months with the National Court.
Official source
Consult complete regulation at official source
Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-21082
