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Become a security guard in Estonia

The Security Activities Act took effect on 1 July 2024 and sets the framework for security businesses, officers and in-house security.

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Where you could work

The examples below come from individual sources; availability varies.

Local job titles

turvatöötaja

patrulli turvatöötaja · turvamees

Would this suit you?

  • You can practise clear communication and calm responses.
  • You are willing to follow site instructions and keep accurate records.

Uses turvatöötaja for guarding and distinguishes patrol and operator roles.

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Mentions Turvatöötaja tase 4 in a local guarding advert.

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Mobile patrol

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Security industry

Check current local requirements with the linked authority or employer before paying for training.

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01 · Estonia

Requirements

  • Ask which officer category applies to the intended duties.
  • Confirm personal suitability and language conditions against the current Estonian rules.
  1. 01

    Identify the officer category

    Use the current Act to match the proposed tasks.

  2. 02

    Verify the qualification route

    Confirm the recognised training and assessment body with the Police and Border Guard Board.

  3. 03

    Check the employer arrangements

    Confirm its authorisation and the worker's required competence before deployment.

Police and Border Guard Board; Security Activities Act

02 · Estonia

Training

Confirm the current officer qualification, training and language requirements under the post-2024 framework.

Training time

Confirm the current course and assessment timetable with the authority and accepted provider.

Training providers

Police and Border Guard Board; Security Activities ActTraining providers

03 · Estonia

Pay

A current security-guard earnings figure has not been verified. Confirm the applicable pay category, hours and allowances.

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Before you apply
  • The current implementing rules, provider prices and wages need further research.
  • Use the current Estonian consolidated text where the English translation lags.

Local sources

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Before you apply

  • Who authorises this role in this location?
  • Which training does this employer or authority accept?
  • What are the duties, paid hours and pay in the written offer?
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