Firearm, shotgun and explosives certificates
Apply for or renew a firearm, shotgun or explosives certificate. Whether you’re a firearm owner, firearm dealer, shooting club member or planning to travel with firearms, answer a few quick questions and we’ll guide you to the right form and everything you need to complete it.
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Transfer ownership or dispose of a firearm or shotgun
What do I need to do?
You can tell us about this online, using our online form. Click 'Start' below to do this.
If you're selling or transferring a firearm, you should demonstrate due diligence by carrying out checks to make sure that the buyer's firearm certificate is genuine.
How much does it cost?
It's free.
What happens next?
Unless we need to ask you about any details in your form we won't need to contact you in order to process your notification, so please keep a copy of your email or paperwork for your records.