Here’s where you can find everything you need to know about Weapons Licensing, including detailed information about the law, licence types and your responsibilities.
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Category H weapons are divided into four classes:
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A holder of a concealable firearms licence, who is a member of an approved shooting club, must not use a weapon that:
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Weapons held in safekeeping - If the weapon being acquired is currently held in safekeeping, you are required to provide a signed letter from the registered owner confirming details of the weapon and authorising the sale and disposal of the nominated weapon as well as the information below.
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Anyone wishing to operate a shooting club, gallery, range or weapons club must obtain an approval/permit to do so.
People who hold this type of approval/permit may apply for a group licence to allow possession of weapons by the organisation.
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In Queensland, if you want to apply for a new Weapons Act licence, you can apply online using the Apply section of this website. Once you have completed your application, a confirmation email is sent to the email provided during the online application containing your application case…
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Methods for measuring the barrel length of a category H weapon (handgun) are as follows:
For a revolver – from the muzzle to the breech end immediately in front of the cylinder
For any other category H weapon:
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Australian Capital Territory Firearms Registry
New South Wales
New South Wales Firearms Registry
Northern Territory
Northern Territory Firearms Policy & Records
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Under the Weapons Act 1990, it is an offence to possess a weapon in Queensland without authorisation. International visitors to Queensland must hold a visitor’s licence if they plan to use a weapon while here.
Visitors from other states or territories in Australia may not need a visitor’s licence…
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Acquiring weapons or parts from overseas
If you are importing a weapon:
You will need to hold the appropriate licence, authority or legislated ability to possess this item in Queensland, and
You will need to apply for and be in possession of a B709 Import Permit. …
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Moving from interstate
Unfortunately, there is no way to 'transfer' licenses between states. If you are moving to Queensland and have a current interstate licence, you will need to submit an application for a new licence in Queensland. You may not be required to complete a weapons safety…
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