The private security activity employs thousands of people in Argentina, either as Guards, guards, operators and techniciansin accordance with collective agreement (CCT) 507/07. In 2025, the sector agreed to a new salary agreement that updated salaries while provinces tightened controls and mandatory training.
Next we’ll tell you How much does a private security guard make in December 2025?, What requirements are required to enter the field? And Where can official courses be taken? depending on the jurisdiction.
Salary 2025: How much does a private security guard earn in Argentina?
The Argentine Republic Security Guards Union (UPSRA) and the Argentine Chamber of Security and Investigation Companies (CAESI) They signed a new salary contract for the Quarter October–December 2025who thought about a Overall increase of 5.74%spread over three monthly periods:
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2.83% in October,
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0.56% in NovemberAnd
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2.26% in December.
The agreement updates the standards of the CCT 507/07 Approval from the nation’s Labor Department is pending.
Libra December 2025
The final section contains a Increase of 2.26% plus one gratuitous sum of $25,000 called “Free Sum – Agreement 2025”. So the totals for December are:
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General Overseer: $1,492,000
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Main observer: $1,629,600
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Administrative: $1,594,000
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Fire station/operator/inspector: $1,561,300
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Electronic security installer: $1,629,600
The non-payable amount does not affect bonuses, vacation days or additional benefits, but rather January 2026 becomes part of the basic salary.
In addition, the agreement will be updated specific additional:
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Airport: between $110,760 and $112,940 depending on the month.
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Neuquén zone: between $63,000 and $64,250.
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Vacation: $18,952 per day, with a maximum of 21 days.
Requirements for working in private security services
Requirements vary by province, but most follow similar guidelines National Internal Security Law 24.059 and local regulations. In general, the following is required:
- Be an Argentine citizen (native or naturalized).
- Be between 21 and 60 years old (in Mendoza it can be from 18).
- Have completed secondary education or equivalent.
- Have no criminal record nor legal disqualifications.
- Pass a psychophysical aptitude test.
- Take the Private Security Guard Basic Course dictated by an authorized center.
- Process the official provincial or municipal ID card.
Each jurisdiction has its own regulatory authority that controls registrations, permits and renewals.
Where can you take the private security course in Argentina?
The Courses for private security guards are mandatory and must be issued authorized training centers by the authorities of each province. They have an average duration of 100 lessonswith theoretical and practical content, and ends with a official exam.
Below we explain the main options depending on the jurisdiction:
Buenos Aires Province
The activity is regulated by the Law 12.297 and its regulation. The enforcement authority is Provincial Directorate of Private Security Administrationdepending on the Ministry of Justice and Security.
Main requirements:
- Be Argentinian and over 21 years old.
- Full secondary education.
- Psychophysical test passed.
- No convictions for intentional crimes.
Basic course: The initial training, called “Basic course for security guards”has 100 lessons and is taught in official and authorized private centers. Some examples are:
- Martinez Training Center,
- Alberti Institute,
- Security compass.
Upon completion, applicants must take a final exam Juan Vucetich Police School. They have also been activated since 2023 virtual or mixed modalities.
Autonomous City of Buenos Aires (CABA)
In the federal capital, private security is subject to the Law No. 5,688. The enforcement authority is General Directorate of Private Security of the Ministry of Justice and Urban Security.
Compulsory course: All courses are taught by Higher Institute of Public Security (ISSP)that offers:
- Basic Guard course (with or without weapons).
- Dance hall safety course.
- Refresher and retraining courses.
The majority are in between 80 and 100 hourswith synchronous virtual modality and in-person exam. Once approved, the ISSP issues the official city government certificate, which allows the municipal credential to be processed.
Cordoba Province
In Córdoba the activity is regulated by law 10,571 and 10,954under the control of Private Security Directorate the provincial security ministry.
Education: Since 2024 the Private training institute for security personnelmanaged by the union SUVICOwhich will be mandatory for all applicants.
The activated courses include As.Pro.Seg (Professional Association for Security)what that dictates Level 1 Security Guard Coursewith modality virtual and online exam.
Basic requirements:
- Be Argentinian and over 21 years old.
- Completed secondary school (except for people over 45).
- Passing the psychophysical test.
The certificates issued by the recognized institutes enable the processing of the State qualification certificate.
Mendoza Province
Mendoza is characterized by the fact that entry is possible 18 years. The supervisory authority is the Private Security Directorate and training is responsible University Institute of Public Security (IUSP – UNCuyo).
Basic course: The IUSP dictates this Basic training to become a private security officerwith modality mixed (80% virtual, 20% in person) and a duration of approx 2 and a half months.
Upon passing, the graduate receives the award REPRIV enables certificationvalid for work throughout the province.
Santa Fe Province
Santa Fe has one Provincial Directorate of Private Security Controlwhich requires the same general requirements:
- Over 21 years old.
- Full secondary education.
- No background.
- Recognized basic course.
The courses are taught in Institutes accredited by the Ministry of Securitywith modality personal or semi-personal and final examination before the state authority.
Other provinces: requirements and training
In provinces like Neuquén, Río Negro, Chaco, Tucumán, Salta or San Juanthe requirements are analogous:
- You must be of legal age (between 18 and 21 depending on the jurisdiction).
- Secondary studies.
- Psychophysical certificate.
- Recognized course in one authorized center.
The Ministries or Secretariats for Security Each province publishes the lists of authorized centers on their official websites. In some cases, such as Cordoba (CiDi) either Buenos Aires (ReCAP)it is possible Consult online the status of personnel and registered companies.
Processing and security credentials
After passing the course, the applicant must manage his official ID as a private security guardwhich allows you to work legally. The procedure is conducted before the authority of each jurisdiction and submits the following:
- ID and proof of address.
- National and Provincial Criminal Record Certificate.
- Psychophysical medical certificate.
- Certificate of study.
- Recognized course certificate.
In Buenos Aires, for example, proof of entitlement is processed in Provincial Directorate of Private Security Administrationwhile in CABA the process is performed immediately before Ministry of Justice and Security.
Career prospects and continuous training
The demand for Security guards and private security personnel remains stable across the country, with particular growth in sectors such as Events, airport security, traffic flow transportation and electronic surveillance.
In addition, most provinces require annual or semi-annual retrainingespecially for those carrying weapons in order to maintain current authorization.
He Growth of the technology sector It also promotes new specializations: remote monitoring, electronic systems, digital security and automated access control.
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