Armed Security Guard / Mississippi
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Mississippi Armed Security Guard License Requirements

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State-board requirements, fees, and renewal cycle drawn from official regulator records.

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Provides security services with authorization to carry a firearm.

What the Mississippi data shows for Armed Security Guards

Becoming a licensed armed security guard in Mississippi means clearing a defined set of hurdles: 29 training hours, no state exam, plus a background history check once the applicant turns 18. Mississippi regulators place this credential inside their licensing framework, which classifies the training track as "Security Guard Training".

The initial price tag is $92, and renewal costs $59 every 2 years. Renewal isn't the end of the cost: 8 hours of continuing education are due every 2-year cycle, a recurring time commitment worth planning for.

On reciprocity, armed security guards should know: Not typically reciprocal.

Licensing Ease Score

B+
Licensing Ease Score
75/100
Armed Security Guard · Mississippi

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training B
29 hours
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee C
$92
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden B+
$30/yr
$59 every 2 years
Continuing Education B+
4.0 hrs/yr
8 hours every 2 years
Experience Required A+
None required
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Mississippi

Education / Training Hours
Security Guard Training
29 hours
Exam Requirement
Not Required
Initial License Fee
$92
Renewal Fee
$59
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
8 hrs/cycle
Criminal History Check
Required
Minimum Age
18 years

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Mississippi licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Armed Security Guard in Mississippi? ▼
Mississippi's requirements cover 29 hours of education or training, and an initial fee of $92. Applicants also go through a criminal background check.
How do I get certified as an Armed Security Guard in Mississippi? ▼
To become a licensed armed security guard in Mississippi, you must meet the state's requirements including 29 hours of education. Contact the Mississippi licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Armed Security Guard license to Mississippi from another state? ▼
Armed Security Guard licenses generally reciprocate as follows: Not typically reciprocal. Interstate licensing compacts cover many professions and can further ease a move between states. The Mississippi licensing board can confirm the current rules for your credential.
Does Mississippi require a background check for Armed Security Guard licensing? ▼
Yes, Mississippi requires a criminal background check as part of the armed security guard licensing process. Disqualifying offenses and review criteria are determined by the state licensing board.
What are the continuing education requirements for Armed Security Guard in Mississippi? ▼
To stay licensed as an armed security guard in Mississippi, plan on 8 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal cycle; renewal itself runs $59.

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Armed Security Guard in Mississippi, with a documented reciprocity path, is one requirement row in an armed security guard-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Mississippi's armed security guard requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Armed Security Guard in every state
  • Confirm whether your out-of-state armed security guard license transfers under an interstate compact before starting a new application. Reciprocity guide
  • See how Mississippi's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Mississippi overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Mississippi licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

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