Private Security Permit in Mexico
Obtaining a private security permit in Mexico is not an isolated administrative formality, but a regulatory process that requires sound compliance judgment, proper documentation, and alignment with the competent authority’s real criteria. An incorrect interpretation or a mistake in file preparation can lead to denials, sanctions, or loss of investment.
Who needs a private security permit?
Any individual or legal entity intending to provide private security services in any modality, whether at the federal or state level, is required to hold the corresponding permit before starting operations, in accordance with applicable law.
Authorities competent for private security permit
Federal Directorate General of Private Security (DGSP):
The Directorate General of Private Security is the federal authority responsible for authorizing, supervising, and regulating private security companies under federal jurisdiction, as well as establishing mandatory technical and administrative criteria.
State authorities:
At the local level, the competent state authorities regulate private security services that operate exclusively within their territory, applying specific provisions that must be harmonized with the federal framework.
Common Mistakes When Applying for a Private Security Permit
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Starting operations without the corresponding permit
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Submitting incomplete or inconsistent files
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Misinterpreting federal versus state jurisdiction
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Underestimating the technical criteria required by the authority
Strategic Guidance on Private Security Permits
At BLK DE MÉXICO®, we do not operate as intermediaries. We provide strategic guidance to companies and investors in properly structuring processes related to private security permits, aligning each project with the authority’s real criteria and with comprehensive regulatory compliance.
This support is part of our specialized private security consulting, designed to prevent regulatory risk and ensure sound decisions from the start.