Who Can Apply
Anyone of or over the age of 18 years may apply for a Queensland Weapons Licence (persons aged 11 to 17 years may be eligible for a Minor’s Licence provided they satisfy the following criteria;
- Be a permanent resident of Queensland (proof will be required on application. Refer to Form 1 – Application for a Licence for further information)
- Be a fit and proper person
- A person is ineligible to hold a Weapons Act Licence if, within the past five years from the day before lodging their application, they have been convicted of offences including misuse of drugs, or weapons, and the use or threatened use of violence.
- A person is ineligible to hold a Weapons Act Licence if they are or have been the subject of a domestic violence protection order in the past five years from lodgement of application.
- Have a genuine reason for a licence
- Have access to secure storage
Last Updated: 09/12/2008