Documents and resources
- Apply and renew online with the Citizen Self Service Portal (CSS)
- Instructions for creating a CSS account
- Instructions for Armed Guard and Security Guard License online applications and renewals
- State of Missouri Disclosure and Authorization Form (Required for ONLY unarmed guard applicants)opens PDF file
- Out of State Disclosure and Authorization Form (Required for ONLY unarmed guard applicants)opens PDF file
- Sections 13-46 through 13-62, Columbia Code of Ordinances
Contact information
Business License Division,
P.O. Box 6015, Columbia, MO 65205
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 573.874.7378opens phone dialer
Application fees
- Unarmed (security) guard: $35
- Armed guard: $45
- MO Criminal Records Check (required ONLY for unarmed guard): $17
- Out-of-state fee: Click here to view out-of-state feesopens PDF file .
How to apply
You must apply for both armed and unarmed guard licenses online using the Citizen Self Service (CSS) Portal. Instructions for how to do so are available on the Instructions page.
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