Overview
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.
Policy manual
Read the Security Programs Policy Manual for more information about an automotive lock bypass worker licence.
Licensing
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.
Licensing exemptions
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.
Eligibility
To apply for a licence you must:
- be over 18 years old
- be eligible to work in Canada
- be fluent in English
- have no criminal record
- have no outstanding criminal charges
- not be the subject of a criminal investigation
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.
Apply for or renew your licence
If you’re on a work or study permit, contact Security Programs for application and renewal steps.
Step 1. Get a criminal record check
Get a criminal record check and your photo signed at your local police station.
This check must include these elements:
- criminal record
- vulnerable sector
- local database
You can’t submit your application without these original documents. These documents expire 90 days after they’ve been issued.
For more information about criminal record checks, including fees and processing times:
- contact your local police, or
- visit RCMP Criminal Record checks
Step 2. Fill out the forms
Trouble opening or completing PDF forms?
Fillable forms do not open properly on some mobile devices and web browsers. To fill in and save this form:
- Click on the PDF link to save it on your computer.
- Launch Adobe Reader.
- Open the PDF from within Adobe Reader. You can now fill and save your form.
Fill out all the forms in this package:
Application for Individual Licence (PDF, 569 KB)
Step 3. Gather your documents
When you apply, you’ll need to provide a photocopy of your Canadian photo ID.
You’ll also need to provide a current:
- police information and criminal record check
- passport-size colour photo signed on the back by the police service
Step 4. Choose your payment method
The automotive lock bypass worker licensing fee is $100.
There are 3 ways to make your payment:
Online
Print and attach the receipt to your application as proof of payment.
Online payments will not be accepted for applications filled through registry agents.
In person
If you’re submitting your application through a registry agent, your payment must be made at that registry.
A $9 service charge will be added to the licence fee.
Find a registry agent that offers Security Programs licensing services
When submitting your application by mail, you can pay by:
- certified business cheque
- certified personal cheque
- money order
- bank draft
- credit or debit online – attach the receipt to your mail application as proof of payment
All payments must be made out to the Government of Alberta.
Step 5. Submit your application
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.
If your application is approved, you’ll get a temporary licence that’s valid for 60 days.
Mail your application, required documents and payment to:
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.
After you apply
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.
Change, cancel or report a licence
Follow the below steps to:
- update your personal information
- modify your licence class
- cancel your licence
- report a lost, stolen or destroyed licence
Lost or stolen licences must be reported to Security Programs within 24 hours.
Step 1. Fill out the form
Trouble opening PDF forms?
Fillable forms do not open on some mobile devices and web browsers. To fill in and save this form:
- Click on the PDF link to save it on your computer.
- Launch Adobe Reader.
- Open the PDF from within Adobe Reader. You can now fill and save your form.
Update to Individual Licence (PDF, 1.6 MB)
Step 2. Submit the form
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
Contact
Hours: 8:15 am - 4:30 pm (Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Phone: 1-877-462-0791
Email: ssia.registrar@gov.ab.ca
Security Programs
Alberta Justice and Solicitor General
P.O. Box 1023 Station Main
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2M1