Tasmania

http://www.police.tas.gov.au/permits/firearms/licence

How do I apply for a Firearms Licence?
The Firearms Act 1996 provides for a person to make application for a firearms licence under various categories. To apply for a firearms licence, you must be 18 years or over, have a genuine reason for wanting a firearm and have a need for a particular type of firearm.

To apply for a licence, you will need to complete an "Application for a firearms licence" form and complete it as per the instructions. Applications must be signed in the presence of a police officer or receiving officer. There is a requirement that the applicant produces evidence of identity totalling 100 points (Acceptable Methods of Identification Form attached). Once completed, applications should be mailed to the Firearms Registry along with the relevant fee.

The minimum time for the processing of your application will be 28 days, after which time you will be notified by mail.

If your application is successful, you will be asked to go to one of the listed Police Stations or a Tasmanian Police Firearms Office and present proof of identification. There you will be photographed for your licence similar to a drivers licence.

Application for a firearms licence form
(pdf format 57 KB)

Copies of the form are also available at nominated Police Stations or by contacting Firearms Enquiries.

For further information, please contact:
Firearms Enquiries
Phone (03) 6230 2720
GPO Box 1264
Hobart TAS 7001.