HOW TO OBTAIN A FIREARMS LICENCE

HOW TO OBTAIN A FIREARMS LICENCE

In order to apply for a NSW Firearms Licence, you will need to create an account with Service NSW via their website and complete your application online (click here). Once logged in, click ‘Apply online’.

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1) Select ‘new application’ and fill in the fields that will appear underneath.

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2) Upload a copy of your firearms safety training certification; this would have been given to you at the completion of your course.

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3) To use MCTC as your Genuine Reason for obtaining a licence, select ‘Sport/Target Shooting’ as well as Category A (shotguns are Category A firearms).

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If you have opted for Hunting Club membership as well, select ‘Recreational Hunting/Vermin Control’ and BOTH Category A and Category B.

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4) Enter the details found on your membership documents.

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The Firearms Registry will apply a mandatory 28 day waiting period to you application (plus processing time/postage), once approved you will receive further instructions and a photo advice in the mail.

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How do I apply for a Minor's Permit (between the ages of 12 and 18)?

Download and complete an Application for a Minor's Permit from the NSW Police website via this link, as well as a Minor's Firearm Permit Legitimate Reason Form. These are then both posted off, along with proof of idetifcation and safety test accreditation to the Firearms Registry.

https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/online_services/firearms/permits/firearms_permits/minors