Your Guide On How To Apply
For A Firearm License

STEP 1:
COMPLETE YOUR PROFICIENCY / TRAINING

If you want to own a firearm, you must undergo training at an accredited institution and obtain a training proficiency certificate.

If you wish to do the training through our facilities, you may simply click on our Proficiency Training tab to place your order.

Please note: All training is conducted at our Johannesburg facilities.

You will be required to complete the open-book exam at home, including all questionnaires and information pages.
Once completed, you must contact our training providers to make a booking to finalise your training. This includes:

• A classroom lesson
• Dry-fire training
• A closed-book exam
• A practical shooting assessment

What to bring on the day of your lesson:

• Two (2) certified copies of your ID (NO driver’s licences accepted)
• One black pen

Once all requirements are completed, your training certificate and statement of results will be issued.


STEP 2:
APPLY FOR YOUR COMPETENCY CERTIFICATE

(At Your Local Police Station)
After receiving your training certificate, you must apply for your Competency Certificate at your local police station.
First, download the application forms (SAPS 517) from: www.saps.gov.za

You will need to submit the following documents with your application:

• Two (2) certified copies of your ID
• Two (2) certified copies of your training certificate with statement of results
• Proof of address (e.g. water, lights, or Telkom bill)
• Proof of employment or a detailed description of your occupation
• Three (3) character reference letters from family or friends, including copies of their IDs
• (We recommend three letters)
• One (1) set of ID-size colour photographs (2 photos per application)

Important notes:

• You are responsible for submitting your application
• Fingerprints and interviews will be conducted at your local police station
• R70.00 cash must be paid when submitting your competency application

STEP 3:
APPLY FOR YOUR FIREARM LICENCE

(At Your Local Police Station)
Once your Competency Certificate has been issued, you may apply for your firearm licence.
You must purchase a firearm before applying. The dealership will provide the application forms (SAPS 271) and must also supply a SAPS 350(a) form.

Before submitting your application, compile the following documents:

• Two (2) certified copies of your ID
• Two (2) certified copies of your training certificate with statement of results
• One (1) copy of your Competency Certificate
• Proof of address (e.g. water, lights, or Telkom bill)
• Proof of employment or a detailed description of your occupation
• A full written motivation explaining why you wish to own a firearm
• Three (3) character reference letters from family or friends, with copies of their IDs
• (Police stations may request only two, but we recommend three)

Additional requirements:
Section 15 Licence (Occasional Hunting/Sport):

• Letter from a farmer or
• Sports club confirmation letter
• Firearm endorsement letter
• Shot target (recommended)

Section 16 Licence (Dedicated Sport Shooting):

• Club confirmation letter
• Club membership card
• Club certificate
• Endorsement letter
• Shot target

Also required:

• One (1) set of ID-size colour photographs (2 per application)
• Invoice for the firearm purchased
• Two (2) photographs of your safe (inside and outside), clearly showing it is secured to a fixed wall or floor
• Police Clearance Certificate (if you have had any charges)

Important notes:

• All statements made in your application must be supported by proof
• You are responsible for submitting your application
• Fingerprints and interviews will take place at your local police station
• R140.00 cash must be paid when submitting your licence application

Contact our team for expert assistance:
Email: info@waterfallarms.com
Phone: 010 055 3122 | 010 745 3512