QUEENSLAND POLICE SERVICE
LICENCE TYPE: FERAL AMINAL CONTROL
Failure to supply supporting documentation required for this application will result in your application
being delayed whilst Weapons Licensing make inquiries with you to supply this information. Information
not supplied within a timely manner may result in your application being refused.
As your licence is issued for the possession and use of Category D weapons, you must
provide current detailed and specific information in relation to your genuine reason.
Accordingly, it is requested that you provide a response to the criteria below.
Please Note: Any documentation submitted that is a duplicate of previous submissions
will not be accepted, you must provide a current and continuing genuine reason.
1. Attach a letter of authority from your employer, Council or Authority, on company letter head
verifying your application details and setting out:
(a) Your position or title
(b) The nature of your duties
(c) Why you require a Category D firearm to carry out these duties.
(All firearms used by employees are required to be owned and registered to the business
licence).
2. Copies of current contracts with individual property owners, which clearly state your reasons
for requiring the use of a Category D firearm.
3. A full description of the type of business conducted and copy of the registered business name
certificate.
4. Details of any other person who is the holder of a licence in respect of the business.
5. Reasons why the possession and continued use of a Category D firearm is still necessary,
and why the use of a firearm of another category is not sufficient.
6. Provide details of the areas of land where you will be conducting your business.
A copy of current authorisation issued under the provisions of Civil Aviation Authority permitting
the carriage and use of firearms in and from an aircraft.
A copy of the completed register for the previous 12 months is required to be supplied with the
lodgement of your renewal.
When and how must my application to renew my Weapons Act Licence be lodged?
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At least ONE DAY BEFORE your licence expires. If the application is lodged on or after the expiry date it
will be refused.
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Applications can only be lodged in person at any Queensland Police Station. It is highly
recommended that you make contact with a Queensland Police Station as early as possible to arrange a
suitable time to lodge your application, as some Police Stations have limited opening hours.
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It is highly recommended that you lodge your application as soon as possible.
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What Fees Are Payable For A Renewal Of A Licence?
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The fees payable to renew a weapons licence is available on the Weapons Licensing internet site.
Payment methods may vary at different establishments. Please note fees are subject to change.
How long will it take to get my licence card? And what if my licence card does not arrive
by the time my licence expires?
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Every effort will be made to determine your application to renew before your licence expires. The time
taken depends on the volume of applications received and on how early you lodge your application. It is
highly recommended that you lodge your application as soon as possible.
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If you have submitted your application prior to the expiry date and you do not receive your new licence card
by the time your licence expires, section 20A of the Weapons Act provides; that a licence which is lodged
before the day the licence expires, remains in force for up to 42 days after the expiry date or until an
authorised officer renews the licence or rejects the application, whichever occurs first.
Proof of Change of Address Details
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If you have changed your address details please provide Lot Number on Plan details (where applicable),
this information is found on your rates notice if required.
Late Lodgement of Renewal Applications
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If a renewal application is lodged at a Queensland Police Station on or after the expiry date on the licence,
the licence cannot be renewed under legislation and it will be treated as a new licence application. You will
be required to pay an application fee for a new licence plus the renewal fee for the number of years the
licence is to be issued (e.g. Firearms Licence for 5 years will be $88.25 + ($29.15 x 5 years =$234.00).
If your renewal application is not lodged on time, the licence will be issued on a pro-rata basis taking into account
the fees paid at the time of application and the application fee.
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