FAQ
How old must I be to own a firearm?
- 18years with parents’ consent and 21 years without parent consent
What are the terms to own a firearm if you are under 21?
- You must have dedicated status, Estate firearm that is inherited by you or you must be gainfully employed.
How many firearms may I own on my name?
- It depends, if you don’t have dedicated status under section 16 you may only own 4 firearms.
If you have dedicated status you may possess more than 4 firearms including a self-loading rifle or shotgun under section 16
What is the difference between dedicated sport and hunting status under section 16 and occasional sport and hunting status under section 15?
- Dedicated sport and hunting under section 16 means you have to belong to a shooting organisation that is registered with SAPS and may
own more than 4 firearms.
- Occasional sport shooting and hunting under section 15 means you may only own 4 firearms and you only have to show the registrar
at CFR activity that you use this firearms for hunting or sport, like photos where you hunt, or at the range, shooting register or farmer letters.
You do not have to belong to a shooting club or a shooting organisation.
How many firearms may I own under self-defense (section 13)?
- Only one firearm, it may be a revolver, pistol or a shotgun.
What is the difference between a SAPS competency and a firearm proficiency certificate?
- SAPS Competency certificate can only be applied or received from your local Police station at the DFO.
- A firearm proficiency certificate and statement of results will be issued from a registered firearm trainer
provider after training was commenced, a copy of the proficiency certificate and statement of results must be
handed in with your SAPS competency application.
What documents do I need for a Firearm Licence Application?
To help us prepare your firearm licence motivation, please have the relevant supporting documents available. You can submit them in person at Redot Firearm Solutions, by email to motivation@redotfs.co.za, or via WhatsApp on 066 398 0024. We are a Commissioner of Oaths and can assist with the commissioning and stamping of all relevant documents.
1. Standard firearm licence applications (new applications & renewals)
- Identity Document (ID) – A clear copy of your ID (front and back).
- Firearm Competency Certificate – A copy of your valid competency certificate.
- Existing Firearm Licences – Copies of all your current firearm licence cards (front and back).
- Training Certificates – Copies of your firearm proficiency training certificates.
- Proof of Residential Address – A recent document confirming your residential address.
- Photographs of Your Firearm Safe – Photo 1: your empty safe, clearly showing the mounting bolts securing it. Photo 2: your safe with the door closed and the safe keys in the door.
Please ensure that all photographs and scanned documents are clear and readable.
2. Additional documents for estate firearm applications (firearm obtained through a deceased estate)
- SAPS 271 Form – Page 4: Complete the estate section.
- Executor's Signature – Page 5: The executor must sign the required section.
- Death Certificate – A copy of the deceased person's death certificate.
- Deceased Person's ID – A copy of the deceased person's identity document.
- Deceased Person's Firearm Licence – A copy of the firearm licence for the firearm concerned.
- Executor's ID – A copy of the executor's identity document.
- Letter of Executorship – A copy of the official letter confirming the executor's appointment.
3. Additional documents for private firearm applications (firearm purchased privately from another licence holder)
- SAPS 271 Form – Page 3: Complete the private owner section.
- Current Licence Holder's Signature – Page 5: The person you purchased the firearm from must sign the required section.
- Current Licence Holder's ID – A clear copy of the identity document of the person you purchased the firearm from.
- Current Firearm Licence – A clear copy of the firearm licence held by the previous licence holder for the firearm concerned.
Need assistance? We can help you prepare your firearm licence motivation and supporting documentation for new applications, renewals, estate applications and private firearm applications.
