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Application for Arm Licence Renewable

Overview

The service allows for the renewal of firearms licenses. The renewal occurs every five (5) years.

Who is eligible?

Any legally registered owner of a firearm

How do I get this service?
  • Download and complete Application for Renewing Arm Licence form (Application forms are also available at all Police Stations) and submit at the station.
  • Present the registered firearm before the Licencing Officer at the station.
What supporting documents are required?
  • A valid National Identification card (Omang)
  • Non-citizens must present a valid passport and residence permit
  • Firearm Registration Certificate
How long will this service take?

One (1) working day

Where can I obtain this service?

The service is available at the nearest police station

Related Forms
Application for Renewing Arm Licence (298.03 KB)
How much does it cost?

 BWP 10.00

Meta tags

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Keywords

Arm, Licensing, charge, riffle, permits

Synonyms

Shotgun, Renewable

Ministry submitting this Service
Botswana Police Service
Where can I get more information on this Service

Botswana Police Service

Lot 4, Government Enclave

Private Bag 0012

Gaborone

Botswana

 

Tel. (+267) 3951161

Fax. (+267) 3973723

Email: police [at] gov.bw (police[at]gov[dot]bw)

www.police.gov.bw

 

Application for Arms and Ammunition Dealers' Licence (Residents 21 years or above) - Renewable.

Overview

The service allows for businesses to legally sell firearms and ammunition in Botswana. It also allows existing dealers to renew their licence. The licence is valid for three years.

Who is eligible?
  • Any person of or above the age of 21
  • Applicant should have no criminal record
How do I get this service?

Download and complete Application For Arms and Ammunition dealer's licence or renewal of licence form (Application forms are also available at all Police Stations)

What supporting documents are required?
  • Valid National Identification document (Omang)
  • Attach an inspection report from Licensing Officer
  • Attach a trading licence
  • Attach Certificate of Incorporation (first time applicants).
  • Attach police clearance certificate (first time applicants).
How long will this service take?

One (1) month

Where can I obtain this service?

Any police station. 

Related Forms
Application For Arms and Ammunition dealer's licence or renewal of licence (306.8 KB)
How much does it cost?

BWP 300.00

Meta tags

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Keywords

Arm Dealers, Licensing, gun licence, riffle, permits

Synonyms

Renewable, Residents, Ammunition

Ministry submitting this Service
Botswana Police Service
Where can I get more information on this Service

Botswana Police Service

Lot 4, Government Enclave

Private Bag 0012

Gaborone

Botswana

Tell. (+267) 3951161

Fax. (+267) 3973723

Application for Arms and Ammunition Dealers' Licence (Residents 21 years or above) - Renewable.

Overview

The service allows for businesses to legally sell firearms and ammunition in Botswana. It also allows existing dealers to renew their licence. The licence is valid for three years.

Who is eligible?
  • Any person of or above the age of 21
  • Applicant should have no criminal record
How do I get this service?

Download and complete Application For Arms and Ammunition dealer's licence or renewal of licence form (Application forms are also available at all Police Stations)

What supporting documents are required?
  • Valid National Identification document (Omang)
  • Attach an inspection report from Licensing Officer
  • Attach a trading licence
  • Attach Certificate of Incorporation (first time applicants).
  • Attach police clearance certificate (first time applicants).
How long will this service take?

One (1) month

Where can I obtain this service?

Any police station. 

Related Forms
Application For Arms and Ammunition dealer's licence or renewal of licence (306.8 KB)
How much does it cost?

BWP 300.00

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, gun ownership, gun control, how do I purchase a gun, How can I get a gun, I need to buy a gun, I need to get ammunition, I want to bring my gun into Botswana, I purchased a gun, how do I bring it to Botswana, guns and ammo, guns and ammunition in Botswana, bringing firearms into the country, gun for my farm

 

Keywords

Arm Dealers, Licensing, gun licence, riffle, permits

Synonyms

Renewable, Residents, Ammunition

Ministry submitting this Service
Botswana Police Service
Where can I get more information on this Service

Botswana Police Service

Lot 4, Government Enclave

Private Bag 0012

Gaborone

Botswana

Tell. (+267) 3951161

Fax. (+267) 3973723

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)
How much does it cost?

Free

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
Where can I get more information on this Service

Any police station

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)
How much does it cost?

Free

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, gun ownership, gun control, how do I purchase a gun, How can I get a gun, I need to buy a gun, I need to get ammunition, I want to bring my gun into Botswana, I purchased a gun, how do I bring it to Botswana, guns and ammo, guns and ammunition in Botswana, bringing firearms into the country, gun for my farm

Keywords

Firearm registration and licensing, Firearms, registration and licensing, import of firearms, arms certificate, registered firearms, central arms registry, ammunition, Temporary Importation of Firearms, import firearms, ammunition, import ammunition, criminal convictions, guns, firearms, rifles, form two, form 6, form 2, form 6, bring in guns

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
Where can I get more information on this Service

Any police station

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)
How much does it cost?

BWP 100.00

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, gun ownership, gun control, how do I purchase a gun, How can I get a gun, I need to buy a gun, I need to get ammunition, I want to bring my gun into Botswana, I purchased a gun, how do I bring it to Botswana, guns and ammo, guns and ammunition in Botswana, bringing firearms into the country, gun for my farm

 

Keywords

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

Synonyms

Certificate

Ministry submitting this Service
Botswana Police Service
Where can I get more information on this Service

Botswana Police Service

Lot 4, Government Enclave

Private Bag 0012

Gaborone

Botswana

Tell. (+267) 3951161

Fax. (+267) 3973723

Email: police [at] gov.bw (police[at]gov[dot]bw)

www.police.gov.bw

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