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Firearms licensing
How to apply for your licence
Find out how to apply for a firearms licence, get the relevant forms and find out about the associated fees.
Transfer/disposal of firearms
If you transfer or dispose of a firearm or shot gun, you must make sure Kent Police is informed within seven days.
You can do this by completing and returning the notification of transfer or disposal form.
Contact us
Firearm licensing in Kent is managed by six teams across the county. Contact your local team or, for general enquiries, please call 01622 652510 or email firearms registration.
More information
Find out more about firearms, young people and the law including the minimum age you can own a firearm.
The Home Office Firearms Security Handbook provides guidance on:
- storing firearms
- firearms dealers
- pistol clubs
- licences for museums and private collections
- transporting firearms
To find out how Kent Police deals with firearms issues, download the Home Office Firearms Law Guidance to Police.