Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of September 15, 2026, from the State Secretariat for Security |
|---|---|
| BOE Publication | October 1, 2026 |
| Effective date | October 1, 2026 |
| Call | 02/2026 (called in January 2026) |
| Evaluated categories | Security guard, private escort, explosives guard |
| Licensing fee | 64.16 € (form 790, code 015) |
| Required procedure | Application for Professional Identity Card (TIP) |
| Category | Public Sector — Private Security |
| Appeal deadline | 1 month from publication |
| Administrative litigation deadline | 2 months from publication (National Court) |
If you have passed the tests of the 02/2026 private security call, congratulations: you are now suitable. However, this does not automatically enable you to work. The Resolution of September 15, 2026 from the State Secretariat for Security, published in the BOE on October 1, 2026, establishes that the next mandatory step is to obtain the Professional Identity Card (TIP), and to do so you must pay a fee of 64.16 € and submit the required documentation.
Private security companies that have staff pending licensing must also be aware: until their employees have the TIP, they cannot assign them surveillance, escort, or explosives handling functions.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution publishes the list of persons declared suitable in the selection tests of the 02/2026 call, which was issued in January 2026 and covers three professional categories in the private security sector:
- Security guard
- Private escort
- Explosives guard
Passing the tests does not automatically grant licensing to practice. Suitable candidates must complete the TIP application process, which is the document that legally certifies licensing to perform these functions within the private security regulatory framework.
The TIP application process requires the following elements:
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Photographs | Two recent photos |
| Identity verification authorization | Authorization for ID or NIE verification |
| Fee payment receipt | 64.16 € via form 790, code 015 |
| Preferred submission channel | National Police electronic office |
| Alternative submission | Central Private Security Unit or Territorial Units |
Against the resolution, you may file an appeal within one month from its publication (October 1, 2026), or an administrative litigation appeal before the National Court within two months from the same date.
Economic and operational impact
The direct cost of the licensing procedure is 64.16 € per person, paid via form 790 with code 015. This amount is fixed and does not depend on the professional category (security guard, private escort, or explosives guard).
For private security companies incorporating new staff from this call, the operational impact is clear: no suitable candidate can be assigned to private security functions until they have the TIP in force. Any delay in the procedure means a delay in the worker's effective incorporation.
If a company plans to incorporate, for example, 10 new security guards from this call, the aggregate cost of licensing fees amounts to 641.60 €. To this must be added the time to manage the procedure and possible travel to Territorial Units if not done through the electronic office.
Using the National Police electronic office as the preferred channel allows for faster processing and avoids travel, so it is recommended to prioritize this method.
Who does it affect?
- Persons declared suitable in the 02/2026 call for security guard, private escort, or explosives guard: must begin the TIP procedure.
- Private security companies that will hire or already have hired staff from this call: cannot assign them functions until they have the TIP.
- HR departments and compliance officers of private security companies: must verify the licensing status of their new hires.
- Persons not listed as suitable who believe there is an error: have one month to file an appeal or two months to go to the National Court.
Practical example
Suppose Carlos took the tests of the 02/2026 call for the security guard category and has been declared suitable. He has a job offer from a private security company that wants to incorporate him as soon as possible.
The steps Carlos must follow are:
- Access the National Police electronic office to start the TIP application.
- Pay the fee of 64.16 € via form 790, code 015, and obtain the payment receipt.
- Prepare two recent photographs and authorization for verification of his ID or NIE.
- Submit the complete application, preferably through the electronic office, or in person at the Central Private Security Unit or the corresponding Territorial Unit.
Until Carlos receives his TIP, the company cannot assign him surveillance functions. That is why it is advisable to start the procedure as soon as possible after the resolution is published on October 1, 2026.
What should candidates do now?
- Verify your status in the suitable candidates list: Check that your name appears in the list published in the Resolution of September 15, 2026. If you do not appear and believe there is an error, you have until November 1, 2026 to file an appeal.
- Pay the fee of 64.16 €: Download and complete form 790 with code 015 and make the payment. Keep the receipt: it is essential for the application.
- Prepare the documentation: Gather two recent photographs and have your ID or NIE ready for identity verification authorization.
- Submit the TIP application: Access the National Police electronic office (preferred channel) or go to the Central Private Security Unit or the Territorial Unit of your province.
- Communicate the procedure status to your company: If you already have a job offer, inform your future employer of the application status so they can plan your effective incorporation.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to obtain the TIP after passing the 02/2026 call tests?
The licensing fee is 64.16 €, paid via form 790 with code 015. This amount is the same for all three categories: security guard, private escort, and explosives guard.
Where is the Professional Identity Card (TIP) for security guards requested?
The application is made preferably through the National Police electronic office. It can also be submitted in person at the Central Private Security Unit or at the corresponding Territorial Units.
What documentation do I need to request the TIP after the 02/2026 call?
You need three elements: two recent photographs, the authorization for ID or NIE verification, and the receipt of payment of the 64.16 € fee via form 790, code 015.
Can I work as a security guard before receiving the TIP if I am already suitable?
No. Being declared suitable in the tests does not grant automatic licensing. To legally work as a security guard, private escort, or explosives guard, you must have the TIP in force. Until you receive it, you cannot be assigned to private security functions.
What can I do if I do not appear on the suitable candidates list and believe there is an error?
You can file an appeal within one month from the publication of the resolution (that is, until November 1, 2026), or an administrative litigation appeal before the National Court within two months (until December 1, 2026).
Official source
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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-2026-20459
