From the the Garda website here: https://www.garda.ie/en/about-us/online ... 0-1-16.pdf
Forms and other Garda statements:
https://www.garda.ie/en/about-us/online ... licensing/
POPULAR QUESTIONS IN RELATION TO NEW FIREARMS LICENSING
PROCESSES
Q. Will there be a limit on the number of firearms an individual may have licensed?
A. There is no limit. However, new minimum security standards will now be required of holders of
firearm certificates in relation to the provision of secure accommodation for their firearms. The level
of security is dependent on the number of firearms certified to an individual.
Q. Who can apply for Training Certificate? What is the age limit? Can a trainee use any
firearm?
A. Any person over 14 years of age can apply for a firearms training certificate. The training
certificate does not entitle the holder to actually own a firearm and the certificate can only apply to a
non-restricted firearm. The person must always be under the supervision of a specified person over 18
years of age who holds a firearm certificate in respect of it. The training certificate shall continue in
force for 3 years unless revoked.
Q. Where can I get a new application form for a Firearms Certificate and who do I apply to?
A. All application forms that apply to the new firearms legislation can be obtained at any Garda
Station or on www.garda.ie An application for a non restricted firearm certificate shall be made on
form FCA1 to the superintendent of the district where the applicant resides. If the application refers
to a restricted firearm, the superintendent shall forward the application to the chief superintendent of
that division.
Q. How much is a new Firearms Certificate and what is its duration?
A. All new firearms certificates will cost €80 and will remain in force for 3 years from the date it was
granted unless revoked. The collection of fees will be outsourced to An Post and no money will now
be accepted at Garda Stations for firearms certificates.
Q. Where can I get more information in relation to Firearm Licensing?
A. The Garda Commissioner has issued Guidelines as to the practical application and operation on
the firearm acts 1925-2009. These Guidelines should be read as an aid to recently enacted firearms
legislation, in particular the Criminal Justice Act 2006 and the Criminal Justice (Miscellaneous
Provisions Act) 2009. The Guidelines are available on www.garda.ie
Q. Is one FCA1 to be completed for each application?
A. Yes. Each application will require a separate fully completed FCA1 with a
photo attached to each application.
Q. Should Gardaí attach copies of passport/driving licence to a completed
application form?
A. No. Once the Garda is satisfied with the applicants Identification, by viewing
passports/ driving licences etc., this will suffice.
Q. What constitutes Secure Storage for Firearms?
A. The following which is taken from Statutory Instrument 307/2009 is the schedule for Secure
Storage:
Type and number of firearms Security standard required
1 One non-restricted shotgun. The shotgun shall be disassembled and each part
shall be stored securely and separately when not in
use.
The trigger housing shall be secured against use with
an appropriate trigger lock.
2 One restricted firearm, or three
or fewer non-restricted firearms.
The firearm(s) should be stored in a gun safe which
complies with BS 7558 and which shall be securely
fixed to a solid structure.
3 Two restricted firearms, or more
than three non-restricted
firearms.
Each firearm shall be stored in a gun safe which
meets BS 7558 and which shall be securely fixed to a
solid structure.
The place in which the firearms are stored shall have
an alarm fitted and the external doors to the place shall
be fitted with locks which comply with BS 3621.
4 Three or more restricted
firearms or six or more firearms,
of any type, kept in the same
place.
In addition to the standards specified at reference
number 3, the place in which the firearms are stored
shall have an intruder alarm system, installed and
maintained by installers licensed by the Private
Security Authority, which complies with I.S. EN
50131 or an equivalent standard approved by the
Commissioner of the Garda Siochana
The alarm shall be connected to a monitoring service,
operated by a person licensed by the Private Security
Authority, and supported with GSM Mobile telephone
service back up signalling facilities.
Q. In relation to Form FCA1, is Section 2.2 (Brief Medical History/Medical Enquiries), is it
mandatory to include the details of the applicants general Medical Practitioner or other Medical
Professional (if any)?
A. Yes, it is mandatory to complete this section in full.
Q. Section 2.4 of FCA1 refers to details of an applicant being found guilty of or, having charges
pending for any offence in Ireland or abroad. Must I disclose details any offence pending or
conviction?
A. Yes, all offences pending or convictions in relation to any offence must be disclosed.
Q. If I am a member of a Gun Club e.g. Game Club, Clay Pigeon Club etc., as distinct from a Rifle
or Pistol Club where on Form FCA1 can I accommodate my membership details?
A. Section 4.2 of FCA1 provides a tick box marked ‘other’ (specify). All details in relation to the club
should be provided on a separate sheet as is outlined in this section.
Q. In relation to Section 5.1 on form FCA1 do I need a licence to shoot Hares, in season, under the
Wild Life Act 1976?
A. No, a licence to shoot Hares, within season, is not required under this section, however if applicants
are intending to shoot Hares they should still tick the YES box provided for in this section.
Q. Do I need to provide a medical report or have the application form signed by my doctor?
A. No. You are only required to provide the name address and telephone number of
your medical practitioner and answer the simple medical question in Section 2.2 of
the Application Form. Access to any individual’s psychiatric or medical practitioner
will only be necessary where circumstances dictate a requirement for doing so.
Q. If I am a member of a game or other gun club, do I need to also provide
written permission from two landowners?
A. No. But an issuing person may require further information from an applicant re
land permission when assessing an applicant’s ‘Good Reason’ to have the firearm. However
this requirement may be fulfilled by virtue of the applicant being a member of a game or
other gun club and such club having designated land or lands to shoot on. Section 5.2 applies
only to circumstances where an applicant is applying for a limited certificate, which is still provided
for under the Wildlife Acts.
Garda FAQ On Licensing
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Re: Garda FAQ On Licensing
Garda FAQ's on Firearms Application Refusals
https://www.garda.ie/en/about-us/online ... fusals.pdf
Q I have been refused a licence for a firearm and have successfully appealed the decision to the
District Court. Will the refusal remain on PULSE?
A The Pulse record of a REFUSED application, if subsequently granted following an appeal or otherwise, is then
updated on the system to a status of granted by the issuing person.
Q I have been refused a licence for a firearm but have not appealed the decision to the District Court.
Will the refusal remain on PULSE in perpetuity?
A Applications that have been refused will remain on the Pulse system as refused. However, this refusal will not
criminalise any person and merely records the application and the refusal.
Q I have been refused a licence for a firearm did not appeal the refusal but subsequently disposed of
the firearm. Will the refusal remain on PULSE in perpetuity?
A Applications that have been refused will remain on the Pulse system as refused. However, this refusal will not
criminalise any person and merely records the application and refusal.
Q I have been refused a licence for one firearm but I hold certificates for other firearms. Will I have to
declare this refusal at each renewal?
A The Firearms Certificate Application (FCA1) form in Section 2.4, and Firearm Certificate Renewal Form (FCR) IN
Section 3.4 at - Previous History, requests information regarding whether the applicant has ever been refused a
firearms certificate. However, it explicitly states that this does not necessarily mean the application will be
refused, but it may lead to further enquiries. The applicant is of course entitled to attach to the application form
any additional information regarding the circumstances of any the refusal.
Q I have been refused a licence for a firearm in Ireland and have successfully appealed the refusal to
the District Court. Will I be required to declare this refusal when I apply for a permit to shoot in
another jurisdiction?
A The Pulse record of a REFUSED application, if subsequently granted following an appeal or otherwise, is then
updated on the system to a status of granted by the issuing person and therefore the refusal is no longer
recorded.
Q I have been refused a licence for a firearm in Ireland but did not appeal the refusal to the District
Court. Will I be required to declare this refusal when I apply for a permit to shoot in another
jurisdiction?
A This refusal remains on the Pulse system as a refusal and should be declared whenever required.
Q. - Section. 2.4 of FCA1 refers details of an applicant being found guilty of, or having charges pending
for any offence in Ireland or abroad. Must I disclose details of any offence pending or conviction?
A Yes, all offences pending or convictions must be disclosed. An issuing Superintendent of An Garda Síochána
shall not grant a firearm certificate to a person unless satisfied that person can be permitted to possess, use and
carry a firearm without danger to public safety, security or the peace. Each application is considered on its own
individual merits and a conviction in either Ireland or abroad will not automatically disqualify an applicant, other
than a conviction that disentitles a person from holding a firearm certificate under S.8 of the 1925 Firearms Act,
as amended. Each applicant shall supply in writing any information that a Superintendent requires in carrying out
his/her functions under the Act including providing details of all foreign or domestic convictions or offences
pending, if requested to do so. An issuing Superintendent may make further enquiries as required to inform their
decision on an application
https://www.garda.ie/en/about-us/online ... fusals.pdf
Q I have been refused a licence for a firearm and have successfully appealed the decision to the
District Court. Will the refusal remain on PULSE?
A The Pulse record of a REFUSED application, if subsequently granted following an appeal or otherwise, is then
updated on the system to a status of granted by the issuing person.
Q I have been refused a licence for a firearm but have not appealed the decision to the District Court.
Will the refusal remain on PULSE in perpetuity?
A Applications that have been refused will remain on the Pulse system as refused. However, this refusal will not
criminalise any person and merely records the application and the refusal.
Q I have been refused a licence for a firearm did not appeal the refusal but subsequently disposed of
the firearm. Will the refusal remain on PULSE in perpetuity?
A Applications that have been refused will remain on the Pulse system as refused. However, this refusal will not
criminalise any person and merely records the application and refusal.
Q I have been refused a licence for one firearm but I hold certificates for other firearms. Will I have to
declare this refusal at each renewal?
A The Firearms Certificate Application (FCA1) form in Section 2.4, and Firearm Certificate Renewal Form (FCR) IN
Section 3.4 at - Previous History, requests information regarding whether the applicant has ever been refused a
firearms certificate. However, it explicitly states that this does not necessarily mean the application will be
refused, but it may lead to further enquiries. The applicant is of course entitled to attach to the application form
any additional information regarding the circumstances of any the refusal.
Q I have been refused a licence for a firearm in Ireland and have successfully appealed the refusal to
the District Court. Will I be required to declare this refusal when I apply for a permit to shoot in
another jurisdiction?
A The Pulse record of a REFUSED application, if subsequently granted following an appeal or otherwise, is then
updated on the system to a status of granted by the issuing person and therefore the refusal is no longer
recorded.
Q I have been refused a licence for a firearm in Ireland but did not appeal the refusal to the District
Court. Will I be required to declare this refusal when I apply for a permit to shoot in another
jurisdiction?
A This refusal remains on the Pulse system as a refusal and should be declared whenever required.
Q. - Section. 2.4 of FCA1 refers details of an applicant being found guilty of, or having charges pending
for any offence in Ireland or abroad. Must I disclose details of any offence pending or conviction?
A Yes, all offences pending or convictions must be disclosed. An issuing Superintendent of An Garda Síochána
shall not grant a firearm certificate to a person unless satisfied that person can be permitted to possess, use and
carry a firearm without danger to public safety, security or the peace. Each application is considered on its own
individual merits and a conviction in either Ireland or abroad will not automatically disqualify an applicant, other
than a conviction that disentitles a person from holding a firearm certificate under S.8 of the 1925 Firearms Act,
as amended. Each applicant shall supply in writing any information that a Superintendent requires in carrying out
his/her functions under the Act including providing details of all foreign or domestic convictions or offences
pending, if requested to do so. An issuing Superintendent may make further enquiries as required to inform their
decision on an application
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