Firearms Registry requirements apply from 24 June 2023
The first time you apply for a licence or endorsement from 24 June 2023, you must register all arms items in your possession within 30 days.
Find out what the Firearms Registry means for you
We recommend you apply online using 
as it may take longer for us to process downloaded pdf forms.
Unsure if you need to apply for a licence?
Go to Licensing and find the relevant licence page for more information.
How to submit
Please refer to each form for submission information.
This application form is for new applications, existing licence holders or expired licences, (except visitors to New Zealand) whether you have previously held a firearms licence or not.
FRM23FLA (Editable PDF 656 KB)
See Firearms licence for more information
Applicants must already hold a New Zealand firearms licence. This form is for both first-time applicants and current dealer’s licence holders renewing their dealer’s licence. Also use this form when applying for an endorsement to possess pistols, restricted weapons, or prohibited firearms and magazines as a licensed dealer.
FRM05DLP (Editable PDF 656KB)
See Apply for a dealer’s licence for more information.
Use online visitors firearms application form.
