Need to get a SAPS Firearm Licence?
Use our SAPS Firearm Licence Application services for handgun, rifle or shotgun licences.
Whether you're applying under Section-13 Self Defence, Section-15 Occasional Hunter or Sports Shooter, Section-16 Dedicated Hunter or Sports Shooter, or Section-20 for security or business purposes.
This is a full turn-key digital service. Once we have received your order and payment we will:
1.) Send you an email with two secure links:
Fill out personal Info: So that our admin team can fill out all of the required SAPS paperwork including checklist, application forms, safe statement and fingerprint forms.
Upload Images and Files: So that our admin team can complete your SAPS document pack with all of the required supporting documents as well as prepare a professional motivation on your behalf.
2.) Once you have completed the two links and submitted all of the information, our team will begin immediately preparing your application, and this process usually takes 48 - 72 hours after receiving all of the information.
3.) Once complete, you will receive an email with a .pdf document that is prepared in accordance to SAPS requirements, you will simply need to print it out, check all of the information is correct, attach the required ID photographs and head through to your designated SAPS to submit to the DFO.
4.) Once submitted to the DFO, we will send you a reminder to forward us the tracking / reference number for your application so that we can track its progress weekly and keep you updated on the status.
5.) Finally, once your application has been approved at SAPS, we will store your application documents in our database so that should you require any information in the future it will be readily and easily made available to you. This also comes in handy for future licence applications and renewals.
FAQs Regarding LicenceMe Licencing Services
We try and keep things as simple as possible on all gun licence services, firearm licence renewals, new firearm licences and even SAPS Competency certificates:
STEP1 : Make safe and secure online payment right here.
STEP 2: Complete the form and upload your supporting documents (this will be emailed to you following your purchase).
STEP 3: In approx 2 - 5 working days form receiving the two completed links we will send you an email containing your application pack with pre-completed SAPS forms and all of the required supporting documents and motivation letters required for your application or renewal.
STEP 4: Print your LicenceMe document pack and head to your local SAPS to submit to the DFO.
STEP 5: Forward our admin team the details and reference number you receive from SAPS so that we can track your application process for you.
The costs of our processional services depend on the exact service you're looking to purchase. These prices can be seen on the respective product pages:
To get your SAPS Firearm Competency - SAPS Firearm Competency Application
To get your SAPS Firearm Licence - SAPS Firearm Licence Application
To renew your SAPS Firearm Licence - SAPS Firearm Licence Renewal Application
To get both your SAPS Firearm Competency and Firearm Licence - SAPS Firearm Competency and Licence Application Combo
Once we have received your personal information and supporting documents our admin team usually takes between 3 and 5 business days to prepare your complete SAPS Licence or Competency document pack which will be emailed to you to print and hand in to your local SAPS DFO.
Once you have submitted your application pack to SAPS, they have a maximum of 120 BUSINESS DAYS in order to process your application.
Generally speaking, we advise customers to prepare for 3 - 4 months for their competency application and 3 - 4 months for their licence application.
All of your personal information and supporting documents are collected through two secure online submission forms. The first is used to collect all of your personal information so that we can complete the required SAPS paperwork and forms to accompany your application, the second is used to collect all of the required supporting documents.
The required forms and fields are mandated so that we can ensure your application is complete and meets and exceeds all of the requirements mandated by SAPS so that we can ensure a smooth application process for you.
If you are needing to renew or apply for multiple firearm licences or competency certificates, drop us an email: admin@licenceme.co.za or use our Whatsapp Business chat support to discuss bulk discounts with our team.
Fear not, we keep a digital copy of your application safely and securely on our servers. This means if you lose your application or any of the supporting documents our team can easily retrieve them for you. It also means that in 5 or 10 years (depending on your licence type) your licence renewal process will be SUPER easy if you are making use of our services again.
When submitting at SAPS, ensure that you get a receipt proving that you have paid the relevant amounts as this also proves that you have handed in your application.
Where possible, try and get a completed SAPS 523 form from your DFO – it’s not always possible as this is only available once they have data captured your form, but it's worth asking.
Contact your DFO one month after submission date to hear if the licence has been approved – thereafter do it twice weekly.
If you want to get further information on the application you might try calling 012-353-6111 (CFR’s helpline – they respond well early evening)
NHSA Members needing further advice or help are welcome to contact the NHSA Firearms Licensing Helpline & Endorsements (choose option 4 after calling the main number - 087-945-3355 – during office hours)
FAQs Regarding Gun, Ammunition and Training Information
We try and keep an up to date database of most common handguns, pistols, rifles, carbines etc. You can find a list of these under the GAIN KNOWLEDGE section in our main navigation menu or you can follow this link to our Firearm Database Page
Just like with firearms, we try and store and maintain a database of the most common rifle and pistol cartridges available and used here in South Africa for self-defence, sports shooting as well as hunting. For a complete list of these cartridges you can use the GAIN KNOWLEDGE section in our main menu navigation or you can follow this link to the Table of Most Common Handgun and Rifle Cartridges.
Absolutely! We have an extensive and constantly growing blog featuring short, easy to read articles on tips, tricks and training as it relates to sports shooting, self defence and hunting. We also have very active social media pages, especially instagram.
Read our articles on Shooting Tips, Tricks and Training.
Check out our LicenceMe Instagram account
This link has a map of all of the SAPS Stations in South Africa
This link has a map of PFTC accredited firearm training centres in South Africa.
This link has a map of Gun Shops / Firearm Dealers and Gunsmiths in South Africa.
TIPS, TRICKS AND TRAINING
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