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Can I Work With My Guard Card Status?

Answer four questions. The result is deliberately cautious because starting before registration is issued can create problems for you and the employer.

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Status check

1. Did you only submit the application? Yes No / not sure

2. Does the official BSIS license search show your Security Guard registration as current/issued? Yes No / I have not checked

3. Do you have a hardcopy printout of the current registration? Yes No

4. Do you have a valid photo ID with you? Yes No

Complete all four questions.