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Apply for or renew the licence you need to work as an automotive lock bypass worker in Alberta.
Automotive lock bypass workers fix automotive locks and open locked vehicles.
You must be licensed to work as an automotive lock bypass worker or to possess restricted lock pick tools in Alberta. Automotive lock bypass workers can’t work on any non-automotive locks.
Licences are issued under the Security Services and Investigators Act by Alberta Justice and Solicitor General.
Read the Security Programs Policy Manual for more information about an automotive lock bypass worker licence.
The licensing fee is $100. Your licence is valid for 2 years.
The renewal process is the same as the initial application process.
Automotive lock bypass workers can’t hold a second licence as a security service worker or investigator.
Your individual licence is portable. This means your licence is still valid if you change employers or if you work for multiple employers.
Some automotive and auto body professionals may qualify for a licensing exemption depending on the type of services they provide. For more information, contact Security Programs.
To apply for a licence you must:
All automotive lock bypass workers must meet a specific English fluency standard. This is a level 5 benchmark according to the Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks.
If you’re on a work or study permit, contact Security Programs for application and renewal steps.
See your local police service website to find out how to get your documents.
All three searches are mandatory – no exceptions:
For all classes of licences:
These documents expire 90 days after they have been issued.
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Fill out all the forms in this package:
Application for Individual Licence (PDF, 569 KB)
When you apply, you’ll need to provide a photocopy of your Canadian photo ID.
You’ll also need to provide a current:
There are 2 ways to submit your application:
In person
Take your application and documents to a registry agent that offers Security Programs licensing services.
Pay the licensing fee and service charge at the registry:
If your application is approved, you'll get a temporary licence that's valid for 60 days.
Send us your:
Pay the licensing fee with a (made payable to the Government of Alberta):
or
Pay by credit or debit online:
Do not use this online payment if you are submitting your application at a registry agent.
Address:
Security Programs
Alberta Justice and Solicitor General
P.O. Box 1023 Station Main
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2M1
If your application is approved, you'll get a temporary licence that's valid for 60 days emailed to you.
Your licence card will be mailed to the address in your application.
You must provide a photocopy of your licence card to your employer and carry the original with you while you’re working.
Follow the below steps to:
Lost or stolen licences must be reported to Security Programs within 24 hours.
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Fillable forms do not open on some mobile devices and web browsers. To fill in and save this form:
Update to Individual Licence (PDF, 1.6 MB)
There are 2 ways to submit the form:
Security Programs
Alberta Justice and Solicitor General
P.O. Box 1023 Station Main
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2M1
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Phone: 1-877-462-0791
Email: [email protected]
Address:
Security Programs
Alberta Justice and Solicitor General
P.O. Box 1023 Station Main
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2M1
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