Myanmar enacts Private Security Service Law

25 March 2025

On 18 February 2025, Myanmar enacted the Private Security Service Law (“Law”), establishing a regulatory framework for private security services in Myanmar across various sectors, including offices, houses, warehouses, companies, factories, workshops, hotels, banks, schools, markets, hospitals, transport, businesses, public ceremonies, or religious edifices. 

Of main interest to companies are the requirements regarding licensing and permits. Companies intending to offer private security services must obtain a licence. In order to be granted a licence, companies must be registered under the Myanmar Companies Law and maintain a minimum deposit of MMK100 million as a business guarantee. Foreign companies are permitted to apply for a private security services licence but must ensure that at least 75% of their security personnel are Myanmar citizens. 

Businesses employing more than 10 private security personnel for internal purposes must secure a permit. This requirement ensures that large-scale employment of security staff within a company complies with national standards.