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Private Investigator - Employee License in New Mexico

Quick Answer

To obtain a Private Investigator - Employee in New Mexico, review the requirements from New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department~Boards and Commissions Division~Private Investigations Advisory Board.

Background Check
Required

Requirements

Private Investigator - Employee license in New Mexico

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Education
No educational requirements
Exam
State exam required
Background Check
Background check required
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
N/A - Not displayed

Licensing Agency

New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department~Boards and Commissions Division~Private Investigations Advisory Board

Private Investigator - Employee Salary in New Mexico

Entry Level

$28,820

Median

$36,340

Experienced

$45,640

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Private Investigator - Employee in New Mexico.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    No educational requirements

  2. 2

    Submit Background Check

    Background check required

  3. 3

    Pass the Required Exam

    State exam required

  4. 4

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  5. 5

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.