You should receive a letter showing your updated list of firearms ownership in a few weeks.
FAQ
It’s been a long time and I haven’t heard! If it’s been a month since you submitted paperwork, call weapons licensing on 07 3015 7777. Ask simply if they have received your paperwork and if they have a case number yet.
**What storage is required for these firearms?
** According to my interpretation of the Weapons Regulations (1996) Section 60 (Queensland), for Cat A/B weapons:
* You are required to store your firearms unloaded in a locked container with the bolt removed or the action open.
* The container must be rigid and made of solid steel or timber.
* If it weighs less than 150kg, it must be securely fixed to the floor or frame of the structure it is in.
* The locking mechanism must be a sturdy combination/padlock or other keyed lock.
* This storage does not need to be at your primary place of residence - for example I have all my firearms stored at my friend’s house, where there is sufficient storage which meets the above requirements.
* Handguns/Cat H are different, basically only metal and needs to be bolted to the frame regardless of weight.
You will need a genuine reason to obtain a Category A & B Firearms Licence. If you become a Member of S.S.A.A. you can then list your genuine reason as Sports & Target Shooting and Recreation & Hunting, as they are an approved body prescribed under the law. Join the club by either filling out the paperwork online or visiting an SSAA range. There are many other organisations available which can give you eligibility, but that’s outside the scope of this article.
Once you’ve started the process, it’s time to buy your firearm! You can start the process before your licence is issued.