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Firearm Licence & Competency Application Pack (SAPS 517 & 271)

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We prepare your SAPS 517 competency and SAPS 271 firearm licence applications and motivation, ready for you to lodge in person at your police station.

2-3 business daysR 650

You submit, we prepare

We prepare and check everything. The law requires you to lodge the application in person.

The Firearms Control Act requires you to lodge the forms in person at the police station for your home address, where your fingerprints are taken.

SAPS competency and licence fees are paid at the police station.

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Product Description

Applying for a firearm in South Africa is a two-step process under the Firearms Control Act: a competency certificate (SAPS 517) and then a licence for each firearm (SAPS 271). We prepare both applications and a motivation letter for your licence category, check your proficiency training certificate and supporting documents, and give you a checklist for the safe inspection. The law requires you to lodge the applications yourself, in person, at the Designated Firearms Officer (DFO) of the police station for your home address, where your fingerprints are taken. We cannot lodge them for you. SAPS fees are paid at the police station.

What's Included

  • Completed SAPS 517 competency certificate application
  • Completed SAPS 271 firearm licence application (one per firearm)
  • Motivation letter for self-defence, sport shooting, hunting or business use
  • Safe inspection and supporting documents checklist
  • Step-by-step guide for lodging in person with the Designated Firearms Officer (DFO)

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Firearm Licence & Competency Application Pack (SAPS 517 & 271)

2-3 business daysR 650
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our Firearm Licence & Competency Application Pack (SAPS 517 & 271) solutions.

What is included in the Firearm Licence & Competency Application Pack (SAPS 517 & 271) service?

Our Firearm Licence & Competency Application Pack (SAPS 517 & 271) includes Completed SAPS 517 competency certificate application, Completed SAPS 271 firearm licence application (one per firearm), Motivation letter for self-defence, sport shooting, hunting or business use, and more. We prepare and check every form, and you lodge it with the Designated Firearms Officer (DFO) at your local police station. The Firearms Control Act requires you to lodge the forms in person at the police station for your home address, where your fingerprints are taken.

What are the prerequisites to start the Firearm Licence & Competency Application Pack (SAPS 517 & 271) process?

To get started with Firearm Licence & Competency Application Pack (SAPS 517 & 271), we require: Certified copy of South African ID document (certified within 3 months), PFTC Training Certificate and Statement of Results from accredited training provider, Valid SAPS Firearm Competency Certificate (or simultaneous competency application), and other supporting documentation. You can easily upload these files securely through our online client portal after checkout.

How long does the Firearm Licence & Competency Application Pack (SAPS 517 & 271) service take to complete?

The turnaround time for Firearm Licence & Competency Application Pack (SAPS 517 & 271) is estimated at 2-3 business days. The turnaround is our estimate from when we have all your documents. The authority’s own processing time after you lodge is extra.

What is the cost and payment structure for Firearm Licence & Competency Application Pack (SAPS 517 & 271)?

The Firearm Licence & Competency Application Pack (SAPS 517 & 271) service is priced transparently at R 650. Payments can be made securely online via PayFast supporting Credit Cards, Instant EFT, and EFT. SAPS competency and licence fees are paid at the police station.
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