Check Eligibility: Before starting the transfer process, ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for a California guard card. Non-residents of California are eligible for a California guard card if they meet certain requirements, including having a valid guard card from another state.
Complete Application: You must complete the California Guard Card Application (BOF 209 form). Provide accurate information, including your personal details, Nevada guard card number, and any relevant experience.
Submit Transfer Fee: The transfer fee for a California guard card is currently $70. You can pay the fee online using a credit card or through a paper check or money order.
Send Required Documents: Along with the application, you must submit a copy of your valid Nevada guard card, a copy of your valid government-issued ID, and a LiveScan fingerprint clearance report (unless already on file with the California Department of Consumer Affairs).
Processing Time: Once you have submitted all required documents and fees, it typically takes several weeks to process your application and issue your California guard card.
Notification: You will receive an email or letter from the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) informing you of the status of your application and any additional steps you need to take.
Once your California guard card is issued, you can use it to work as a security guard in the state. Remember to adhere to all applicable laws and regulations in California related to security guard services.
