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This site is a beta, which means it's a work in progress and we'll be adding more to it over the next few weeks. Your feedback helps us make things better, so please let us know what you think.
Find out below how to apply for or renew a firearm, shotgun or explosives certificate. Whether you’re a firearm owner, firearm dealer, shooting club member or planning to travel with firearms, answer a few quick questions and we’ll guide you to the right form and everything you need to complete it.
We are currently experiencing a period of high demand, so please allow twelve weeks for your renewal application to be processed.
Renew a firearm and shotgun certificate
There are now two ways you can renew; online or by post.
Whichever one you choose you will need to have read the guidance notes before making your application. You can find those here.
It costs £65.
Please note: If you apply online your payment will also be an online payment, we can't accept cheques with an online application.
It can take up to eight weeks to grant a new certificate.
You'll need the following to complete your application; it's probably a good idea to have them to hand before you start your application.
Your contact details, including:
Health & medical information:
Details about any offences or written cautions (including speeding but not parking offences or fixed penalty notices):
Details about the firearm(s), shotgun(s) and ammunition you own and intend to acquire:
The details of two referees you've known for more than two years, including:
Please note: referees can't be a member of your family, a serving police officer or staff, or a registered firearms dealer.
Photo:
Payment:
Step 1: Complete the online version of the form.
Step 2: Upload your photo with your application.
Step 3: Make your payment online.
The form will take about 20 minutes to complete and you won't be able to save your application as you go, so it will need to be done in one sitting.
Click the 'Start' button below to start your online application.
Step 1: Download the application form (Form 201).
Step 2: Print, complete and sign the form.
Step 3: Attach one passport-style photo (45mm high x 35mm wide).
Step 4: Make out a cheque or postal order for £65 payable to the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC).
We can't accept cash.
Step 5: Post your completed form and cheque or postal order to:
Metropolitan Police Firearms Enquiry Team (FET)
Empress State Building
21st Floor
Lillie Road
London
SW6 1TR
Please note: Our offices are on a secure site that's not open to the public. Reception staff will only accept post delivered by the Royal Mail. We can't accept items delivered personally or by courier.
We'll get in touch as quickly as possible if we have any questions about your application or need to ask for more information.
Otherwise, we'll contact you within six weeks to discuss next steps and arrange a home interview.
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