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Firearms & Explosives

 

Whether you’re a firearm owner, firearm dealer, shooting club member or planning to travel with firearms, you'll find advice here on using and storing firearms, shotguns and explosives, as well as how to apply for a range of certificates, permits and licences.

The law around Sound Moderators on Firearm Certificates changed on 29/06/2026

Please see the below for full information. 

Sound Moderators on Firearms Certificates all you need to know. 

 

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Online Application for Firearm and Shotgun Certificates - Application Forms For Firearms Variation - Visitor Permit - 11(6) Authority
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