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Application for permit to export Firearms

Overview

This service allows for firearms registered in Botswana to be exported temporarily or permanently to other countries. Note that the temporary export of the firearm is valid for 6 months.

Who is eligible?

Any registered firearm owner

How do I get this service?

Complete Form 9 (Application form available online and at all police stations) 

What supporting documents are required?
  • Valid identification documents
  • Non-citizens must present a valid passport and residence permit
  • Tender the original certificate of firearm before Licensing Officer
How long will this service take?

One (1) working day

Where can I obtain this service?

Any police station

Related Forms
Application for Firearms Export Permit (211.52 KB)
Theme for this service
Public Safety
How much does it cost?

Free

Meta tags

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Keywords

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Synonyms

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Ministry submitting this Service
Botswana Police Service

Application for Temporary Permit to Possess Firearm and Ammunition (Non-Residents)

Overview

The service enables non-residents coming into Botswana or in transit to temporarily import firearms and ammunition into the country. The permit is valid for 30 calendar days. Applicants are requested to start the application process at least two weeks prior to arrival in Botswana.

Who is eligible?
  • Any person aged 18 years and above
  • Applicant should have no criminal record 

 

How do I get this service?

Download and complete Application for Temporary Permit to Possess Firearms or Ammunition( Non-Resident) form. The form is also available at all police stations.

What supporting documents are required?
  • Present a valid passport
  • Attach a copy of Arms Registration Certificate
  • Attach proof of invitation to an event/ activity where the firearm is to be used
  • Applications done through agents must be accompanied by authorisation letter from the legally registered firearm owner permitting another person to carry out this process on his behalf
  • Export permit from country of origin
How long will this service take?

Fourteen (14) working days

Where can I obtain this service?

Any police station

Related Services
Application for Temporary Permit to Possess Firearm and Ammunition (Non-Residents)
Related Forms
Application for Temporary Permit to Possess Firearms or Ammunition( Non-Resident) Form (214.89 KB)
Theme for this service
Public Safety
How much does it cost?

BWP 100.00

Meta tags

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Keywords

Firearm, licence, riffle, permits, Temporary, Ammunition, Non-Residents

Synonyms

Certificate

Ministry submitting this Service
Botswana Police Service

Application for Temporary Permit to Possess Firearm and Ammunition

Overview

This service allows individuals to apply for a permit to possess and use a firearm.

Who is eligible?
  • Any person aged 18 years and above
How do I get this service?
  • Complete Form 5 (Application form available online and at all police stations)
  • Both the applicant and firearm owner should be present at the police station
  • The firearm should be presented before the licensing officer 
What supporting documents are required?
  • Valid Identification documents for both owner and the recipient
  •  Firearm Certificate  
How long will this service take?

One (1) working day

Where can I obtain this service?

Any police station or post

Related Services
Application for Permit to Import Ammunition (Resident)
Related Forms
Application for Temporary Permit to Possess Firearms or Ammunition Form (224.41 KB)
Theme for this service
Public Safety
How much does it cost?

BWP 10.00

Meta tags

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Keywords

Firearm, licence, riffle, permits, Certificate

Synonyms

Application, Temporary, Ammunition

Ministry submitting this Service
Botswana Police Service

Application for Permit to Import Ammunition (Resident)

Overview

The service allows legal arms dealers and individuals to import ammunition into Botswana. Note that for individual firearm owners, the quota of 100 rounds of ammunition per year applies.

Who is eligible?
  • Any person who is a legally registered firearm owner
  • Any legally registered arms dealer
How do I get this service?
What supporting documents are required?
  • Valid National Identification document (Omang)
  •  Non-citizens must present a valid passport and residence permit
  • Tender the original certificate of firearm before Licensing Officer
  • Arms Dealers should tender a valid Arms Dealer's License
How long will this service take?

One (1) working day

Where can I obtain this service?

Any police station

Related Forms
Application for Permit to Import Ammunition (Resident ) Form (211.19 KB)
Theme for this service
Public Safety
How much does it cost?

No cost

Meta tags

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Keywords

Firearm, licence, riffle, permit, application,

Synonyms

Import, Ammunition

Ministry submitting this Service
Botswana Police Service

Application for Change of Ownership

Overview

The process involves the transferring of ownership of a firearm from one person to another

Who is eligible?
  • Any person aged 18 years and above
  • The applicant should have no criminal record
How do I get this service?
  • The firearm license owner should write a letter to the Commissioner of Police requesting for permission to transfer ownership
  • In a case of inheritance, all interested parties or individuals must consent in writing to the Commissioner of Police
  • The recipient should also write an acceptance letter
  • Subject to approval, complete Form 1 and Form 11. (Application forms available online and at all police stations)
What supporting documents are required?
  • Valid identification documents
  • In case of inheritance attach copies of relevant documents such as; Arm Licence
    • Marriage certificate (If the recipients is a spouse of the deceased owner)
    • Firearm certificate
  • For first-time firearm ownership, the applicant should provide a police clearance report
How long will this service take?

14 working days

Where can I obtain this service?

Any police station.

Related Forms
Application For Permit to Acquire Firearms(Change of Ownership) (316.24 KB)
Application for Registration Certificate (306.11 KB)
Theme for this service
Public Safety
How much does it cost?

BWP 20.00

Meta tags

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Keywords

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Synonyms

Guns, rifles, stock protection, livestock protection, pistols, right to own a gun, approval for gun ownership, bullets, rounds, Bring in my weapons, bring guns, bring firearms, to Botswana, guns to Botswana, temporary, bring my gun, get my gun into Botswana

Ministry submitting this Service
Botswana Police Service

Application for permit to acquire firearm (Raffle)

Overview

This service allows an individual to acquire and legally own a firearm. The application process is followed by a raffle draw in which applicants are picked to be winners.

Who is eligible?
  • Any person aged 18 years and above
  • Applicant should have no criminal record
How do I get this service?

Download and complete Application For Permit to Acquire Firearms(Raffle) form (Application forms are also available at all Police Stations).

What supporting documents are required?
  • Valid National Identification document (Omang)
  • Non-citizens must present a valid passport and residence permit
How long will this service take?

The service usually takes months as it encompasses the application process, followed by sorting, raffle draw and vetting of successful applicants.

Where can I obtain this service?

Any police station

Related Forms
Application For Permit to Acquire Firearms(Raffle) (316.24 KB)
Theme for this service
Public Safety
How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

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Keywords

Firearm, licence, riffle, permit, application

Synonyms

Shotgun

Ministry submitting this Service
Botswana Police Service
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