Oregon Private Investigators Licensing Requirements

Minimum requirements:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Must be a US Citizen
• Have no felony, domestic violence, or abuse convictions
• Have no misdemeanor convictions associated with theft, honesty, fraud, or sale or use of controlled substances

Licensing Requirements:

• Complete a PI-1 (application)
• Secure a surety bond, irrevocable letter of credit or errors & omissions insurance in the minimum amount of $5000 with your name listed as principal
• Complete one (1) fingerprint card
• Complete three (3) professional letters of reference. References cannot be related to you by blood or marriage or be personal in nature.
• Submit proof of 1500 hours (via resume), some educational substitution may apply.
• Complete two (2) passport quality photographs. (Photos are to be submitted electronically at piappsubmittal@state.or.us. *Digital photo must meet certain criteria, see below for explanation. No copies or laser printer copies will be accepted.)
• PI-27 (Private Investigator Professional Code of Ethics)
• Review the list of criminal disqualifiers in Oregon Administrative Rules Division 61.
• Submit $70.25 for the application fee and the required $550 licensing fee (VISA/MC, cashier’s check, money order, or business check. No personal checks or cash, please.)
• Once your completed application packet is processed you will receive exam information via email.  The exam is online through Workday.