Find out below how to apply for or renew a firearm, shotgun or explosives certificate. Whether you’re a firearm owner, firearm dealer, shooting club member or planning to travel with firearms, answer a few quick questions and we’ll guide you to the right form and everything you need to complete it.

Coronavirus (Covid-19)

We are accepting renewal applications for shotgun, firearms or explosives certificates online only. This is due to home visits no longer being possible, following government guidance on the need for social distancing. Processing times will take a little longer than usual. We thank you for your patience and ask you not to contact the Firearms Licensing Team unless urgent or necessary.

Transfer ownership or dispose of a firearm

Coronavirus (Covid-19): processing times will take a little longer than usual. We thank you for your patience and ask you not to contact the Firearms Licensing Team unless urgent or necessary.

Please also note that due to the government advice on social distancing, we will not be doing home visits and will contact you via phone.

 

What do I need to do?

Please complete the Notification of Transfer or Disposal of a Firearm or Shotgun form (form 11).

Send it to fetlondonall@met.pnn.police.uk.


How much does it cost?

It's free.


What happens next?

Unless we need to ask you about any details in your form we won't need to contact you in order to process your notification, so please keep a copy of your email or paperwork (and proof of postage) for your records.