Body Armour and Martial Arts
Applying for a Misc Weapons Licence
The following is further information about applying for this specific licence type in addition to what is provided in “Obtaining a new licence”
It is important you refer to both the general steps in applying for a licence and the further information provided here.
This will ensure all necessary information is provided in your application.
To apply for this type of licence you will need to lodge Form 1 – Application for a licence and lodge it at your local Queensland Police Station accompanied by the required documentation and prescribed fees.
The following information must also be provided for:
Miscellaneous Category E – Body Armour
Written details of the special occupational need, or the exceptional need for self preservation that cannot be satisfied in another way.
Historical, Military or Martial Arts purposes (category M only)
Specific details of the reasons why the weapon/s are required including:
- When the weapon/s are required for physical possession; and
- Where the weapon/s are required for physical possession.
Proof of current financial membership that:
- Is, or is affiliated with, a State, national or international historical, military re-enactment or martial arts organisation; or
- Is a genuine historical, military re-enactment or martial arts organisation that gives training in the use of the type of weapon/s.
A current letter of authorisation from the organisation you represent, which includes a description of the activities for which the weapon/s is/are required.
A detailed description of the weapon/s used by the organisation (martial arts requirement only).
Form 1 - Application for a Licence (
553KB)
Form 1 - Annexure - Other Reason(s) (
266KB)
Last Updated: 29/05/2009