Licensing

Information about the requirements for firearms licences, photos, service fees, and exceptions, for individuals and businesses.

Services and information

Licensing information

Information about the requirements for firearms licences.

Canadian residents

Requirements for firearms licences for Canadian residents.

Non-residents

Requirements for firearms licences for non-residents.

Minors

Requirements for firearms licences for minors.

Indigenous peoples

Requirements for firearms licences for Indigenous peoples.

Target shooters

Requirements for firearms licences for target shooters.

Collectors

Requirements for firearms licences for collectors.

Businesses

Requirements for firearms licences for businesses.

Apply for a firearms licence

Apply for a firearms licence online or by mail-in application.

Photo requirements for a firearms licence

Information about the photo requirements for your Possession and Acquisition Licence application.

Licence renewal for individuals

Information about licence renewal for individuals.

Service fees

Information about Canadian Firearms Program service fees.