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.
The Queensland Police Service has partnered with Australia Post to update the way new weapons licence applications are lodged both online and in-person. Find out more about the new process.
An application for a visitor's licence must be made at least 42 days before the proposed visit. This time is required to ensure that all enquiries and statutory checks are completed and that the licence is forwarded before the visit.
Should an urgent approval for a licence be required within the…
Licence types / Travel
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…
Travel
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.
B709 apply online
Before…
About weapons / Travel
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 course…
Travel
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