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.
If you have questions regarding the law in Queensland and weapons / weapons licensing, this page will provide some information about common questions or misconceptions.
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Do you have a question about applying online? See this page for commonly asked questions.
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The Weapons Act allows a person to possess a weapon temporarily.
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Disposing of weapons permanently (within Queensland)If you do not wish to retain possession of a weapon you may choose to dispose of them by one of the following means:
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The firearms must be of obvious and significant historical, thematic, commemorative or investment value.
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Information about licence requirements for antique weapons
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Restrictions apply to some categories of non-firing replicas. Inquiries should be made with Weapons Licensing.
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Airsoft weapons, under current legislation, irrespective of muzzle velocity, cannot be lawfully possessed in Queensland.
As an Airsoft firearm cannot be used in Queensland lawfully it cannot be imported into Queensland. Unlawful possession of such weapons may result in prosecution…
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The steps you need to follow to acquire a weapon
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If you wish to possess or use a crossbow, you must obtain a miscellaneous licence. This licence will allow you to possess, carry and use crossbows, subject to specific conditions.
Crossbows are classed as a Category M weapon under the Weapons Categories Regulation 1996.…
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