Alberta - Apply for Locksmith Automobile Master Key Licence

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To apply for an automotive locksmith license, the applicant must first complete an apprenticeship program. Find further information by contacting the security program Link
2. The applicant will need to download and fill out the application form. Here is the link to download the form Link
3. The applicant will need to attach copies of documents, find a list of documents under the “Required Documents” section of this page.
4. If the applicant is applying for their apprenticeship license, they will need to submit a letter from their employer that states:
   • Employment start date
   • Status of the apprenticeship program
   • they agree to assume responsibility for you
   • the name and licence number of the applicant’s licensed supervisor
5. Submit the application form along with the documents in person to the nearest registry agent that offers security programs licensing service. Find the nearest office here: Link
6. The applicant will need to pay the licensing fee at the office, find further information under the “Fees” section of this page.
7. Once the application form has been approved, the applicant will be issued a temporary license. The license will be mailed to the applicant within 60 days.

Apply by Mail

1. To apply for a locksmith license, the applicant must first complete an apprenticeship program. Find further information by contacting the security program Link
2. The applicant will need to download and fill out the application form. Here is the link to download the form: Link
3. The applicant will need to attach copies of documents, find a list of documents under the “Required Documents” section of this page.
4. If the applicant is applying for their apprenticeship license, they will need to submit a letter from their employer that states:
   • Employment start date
   • Status of the apprenticeship program
   • they agree to assume responsibility for you
   • the name and licence number of the applicant’s licensed supervisor
5. Mail the application form along with the documents to the address mentioned under the “Office Locations and Contacts” section of this page.
6. The applicant will need to pay the licensing fee at the office, find further information under the “Fees” section of this page.
7. Once the application form has been approved, the applicant will be issued a temporary license. The license will be mailed to the applicant within 60 days.

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Required Documents

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector search
• Local police database search
• A passport size colour photograph
• Canadian photo ID
• journeyperson certificate
• Application form Link

Office Locations & Contacts

ALBERTA SECURITY PROGRAM
Mailing address:
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
P.O. Box 1023 Station Main
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2M1
Contact Link

Eligibility

• The applicant must be 18 years of age.
• The applicant must be eligible to work in Canada.
• The applicant must be fluent in English.
• The applicant must not have a criminal record.
• The applicant should not be the subject of a criminal investigation.

Fees

• The applicant needs to pay a fee of 160$ to obtain an automotive lock bypass worker license.
• The applicant will need to pay a 9$ service charge.

Validity

• The license is valid for a period of 2 years.

Documents to Use

• Application form Link

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Processing Time

• The applicant shall receive their license within 60 days from the submission of the application.

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Instructions

• Detailed information on how to become a locksmith Link

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Province
• Zipcode
• Apprenticeship license
• Employment start date

Need for the Document

• A locksmith repairs, installs and adjusts locking mechanisms for automotive vehicles and other locking mechanisms and also maintains master keys and open safes, in Alberta a person must be licensed to work as a locksmith.

Information which might help

• Security Services and Investigators Act Link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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