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Temporary Permit - Western Australia

Description

You will need this permit to temporarily possess ammunition or a firearm.

This permit entitles you to possess ammunition or a firearm for up to 3 months. You may only apply for this permit as an individual.

Service type

Licence

A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.

Eligibility requirements

To be eligible for this permit you must:

  • be at least 18 years old
  • provide evidence of your identity
  • be a fit and proper person to hold this permit
  • provide a genuine reason for needing this permit
  • have a current firearm serviceability certificate for the relevant firearm.

Further eligibility requirements may apply depending on the category of firearm you are seeking a permit for.

Duration

Up to 3 months

Fees

Fees Details for this service in table format.

Task Type Business Structure Amount Description
Apply Application All $136.00

Fees for 2026-27
Apply Licence All -

A scheduled fee may be waived for transportation of a firearm to a dealer or future WA firearms application. Please contact the agency for more information. Fees for 2026-27

Act(s) name

Firearms Act 2024 Western Australia

Regulation(s) name

Firearms Regulations 2024 Western Australia

Administering agency

WA Police

Police Licensing Services

Contact details

Contact Email, Phone and Address Details for this service in simple two column table format, header then data.