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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.   

QPS has partnered with Australia Post to update the way new weapons licence applications are lodged
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After lodgement of your New Licence Application, you need to present your proof of identity
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The Queensland Police Service has responded to an increasing number of reports of persons in possession of items described as firearms.
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​Can I bring a firearm into Queensland for a hunting holiday from overseas? Yes.  You will need to apply for a visitor's licence and a B709 - Import Permit at least 42 days before your arrival.  Further information on visiting Queensland with weapons. 
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Do you have a question about applying online? See this page for commonly asked questions.
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The steps you need to follow to acquire a weapon
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If you hold an appropriate weapons licence and the firearm/s are bequeathed to you via a legal will, or you are entitled to a portion of the estate under the rules of succession if the deceased died intestate (without a will), the firearm/s may be transferred without a permit to acquire. However,…
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If you come into possession of an unregistered firearm you must take immediate action to ensure it is surrendered.
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Category H weapons are divided into four classes
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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. Not…
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