PSIRA Rates 2025-26

ByPalesa

PSIRA Rates 2025–26 outline the officially approved administration and registration fees issued by the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSiRA) for the 2025/26 financial year. These updated rates come into effect from 1 April 2025 and apply to individual security officers, security businesses, training providers, and in-house security units operating in South Africa.

The revised PSIRA fee structure includes moderate annual increases across most categories, while some fees remain unchanged and a few new charges have been introduced. These fees cover essential regulatory services such as registration, renewals, ID cards, business profile changes, accreditation, inspections, and compliance assessments.

PSIRA Rates

INDIVIDUAL FEES

Category 2024/25 2025/26 % Increase
Registration Fee R270 R290 7.4%
Registration Certificate Renewal Fee (Online) R64 R70 9.4%
Ink Certificate Fee (Additional to online fee) R60 R70 17%
ID Card Renewal R110 R120 9%
ID Card (Re-issue) R140 R150 7.1%
ID Card (Upgrade) R130 R140 7.7%
Name Change (Individual) R240 R250 4.1%
Appeal Individual R190 R200 5.3%
Registration Regulatory R115 R120 4.3%
Application for Exemption (Minister Submissions) R550 R550 0%
Mobile Outreach Fee (NEW) R0 R10 000 NEW

BUSINESS FEES

Category 2024/25 2025/26 % Increase
Registration Fee R7 900 R8 500 7.5%
Certificate Renewal Fee R390 R410 5.1%
Name Change (Business) R640 R670 4.7%
Firearm Licence Fee R85 R85 0%
Letter of Good Standing R45 R47 4.4%
Manual of Information (Compulsory with New Registration) R280 R280 0%
In-house Registration R5 900 R6 200 5.1%

BUSINESS PROFILE CHANGES

Category 2024/25 2025/26 % Increase
Change of Trade Name R650 R680 4.6%
Change from CC to Company or Company to CC R1 040 R1 090 4.8%
Application for Suspension (Business) R3 620 R3 620 0%
Upliftment of Voluntary Suspension (Includes Infrastructure Assessment) R3 820 R4 000 4.7%
Application for Upliftment of Suspension R470 R490 4.2%
Application for Withdrawal R470 R490 4.2%
Infrastructure Assessment Fee (New Business) R2 050 R2 200 7.3%
Infrastructure Re-assessment Fee (within same complex or less than 1 km radius) R1 500 R1 600 6.7%
Change of Director, Member, etc R650 R680 4.6%
New Branch Office (Includes Infrastructure Assessment) R4 000 R4 200 4.7%
Appeal – Business Registration R1 750 R1 800 2.8%
Refund Administration Fee 10% amount 10% of amount 0%
Application for Exemption (Minister Submissions) R760 R760 0%
Change of Address R3 820 R3 820 0%

TRAINING SECURITY SERVICE PROVIDER FEES

Category 2024/25 2025/26 % Increase
New Training Instructor Accreditation Fee R620 R630 2%
Training Instructor Accreditation Fee (Upgrade) R620 R630 2%
Recognition of Prior Learning R620 R630 2%
Recognition of Prior Learning – SASSETA R160 R170 6.2%
Processing of Course Reports (Per Report) R180 R190 6%
Change of Address Accreditation Re-inspection R3 710 R4 000 8%
Re-Accreditation Post Moratorium R12 450 R12 600 1%
Accreditation Registered Business R12 600 R12 750 1%
Branch Registration (Existing) R12 600 R12 900 2%
Approval of Inspection Report R180 R190 6%
(E-C) Standardised Training Manual R9 150 R9 450 3%
(E-A) Standardised Training Manual R16 050 R16 450 2%
E-A Learner Material R60 R60 0% (New)
Extension of Scope R6 950 R7 100 2%
First Classroom R250 R260 4%
Additional Classroom R210 R220 5%
Capacity 1–10 R590 R600 2%
Capacity 2–20 R970 R980 1%
Capacity 3–30 R1 460 R1 470 1%

IN-HOUSE FEES

Category 2024/25 2025/26 % Increase
Large >101 R19 600 R20 600 5.1%
Medium 51–100 R11 250 R11 800 4.9%
Small 1–50 R10 600 R11 100 4.7%

Other (Corner / Spaza Shops)

Category 2024/25 2025/26 % Increase
Large >101 R8 900 R9 300 4.5%
Medium 51–100 R7 300 R7 700 5.5%
Small 1–50 R5 900 R6 200 5%

ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION

Category of Security Business 2024/25 2025/26
All Security Officers employed by in-house security business R115 R120
All inactive Security Officers R120 R120

PAYMENT STRUCTURE / TERMS

State Departments, SOEs, Municipalities
100% of annual in-house admin fees payable on or before 7 May

Commercial & Retail / Educational Sector
100% payable on or before 7 May

Residential
50% payable on or before 7 May, remaining 50% in 2 equal instalments from 7 June to 7 July

What Is Included in PSIRA Rates 2025–26?

The PSIRA 2025–26 fees are organised into the following main categories:

Individual Fees

Applicable to security officers and individuals, including registration fees, online renewal certificates, ID card renewals, upgrades, name changes, appeals, and exemption applications.

Business Fees

Covers security company registration, certificate renewals, firearm licence letters, name changes, manuals of information, and in-house registration fees.

Business Profile Changes

Includes fees for trade name changes, director or member updates, suspension upliftment, infrastructure assessments, branch registrations, and address changes.

Training Security Service Provider Fees

Applies to training centres and instructors, including accreditation, re-accreditation, recognition of prior learning (RPL), inspections, classroom capacity approvals, course report processing, and training material fees.

In-House Security Fees

Special fee structures for state departments, municipalities, commercial and retail businesses, educational institutions, residential estates, and spaza or corner shops, based on the number of security officers employed.

Why PSIRA Rates Are Important

Compliance with PSIRA regulations is a legal requirement in South Africa’s private security industry. Paying the correct PSIRA Rates for 2025–26 ensures:

  • Valid registration and certification
  • Legal operation of security businesses
  • Continued employment eligibility for security officers
  • Avoidance of penalties, suspensions, or deregistration

Payment Terms and Deadlines

PSIRA has outlined specific payment structures and deadlines, including:

  • Full payment deadlines for state departments and commercial entities
  • Instalment options for residential and other categories
  • Late or unpaid fees may result in penalties, suspension, or deregistration
  • Timely payment is essential to avoid compliance issues.

Applicants should check registration requirements first before paying any PSIRA-related fees.

Overtime and Allowances

  • Overtime Pay: Workers are entitled to 1.5x their hourly rate for weekday overtime and 2x for work on Sundays or public holidays.
  • Night Shift Allowance: Extra compensation for work performed between 6 PM and 6 AM.
  • Uniform Costs: Employers may provide allowances for uniform expenses. Also check PSIRA CCTV Course

Statutory Benefits

The rates also account for statutory benefits, including:

  • Leave Provisions: 21 consecutive days annually.
  • Health Insurance: R172.50 per month.
  • Provident Fund: 6.5% of the fund salary.
  • Annual Bonus: Equivalent to one month’s salary.

Benefits of PSIRA Regulations

For Security Personnel:

PSIRA’s wage guidelines aim to:

  1. Promote fair pay and protect against exploitation.
  2. Standardize compensation across the industry.
  3. Support the professionalization of private security roles.

For Clients:

By adhering to PSIRA standards, clients can:

  • Ensure they are working with compliant and licensed security firms.
  • Support ethical labor practices in the security industry.
  • Expect professional and well-trained security personnel.

PSIRA rates are vital in safeguarding the rights of security officers and maintaining professionalism in the private security sector. Staying updated on these rates ensures fair labor practices and benefits all stakeholders involved. For the latest information, consult the official PSIRA website or reach out to the authority directly.

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