Firearm, shotgun and explosives certificates
Apply for or renew a firearm, shotgun or explosives certificate. Whether you’re a firearm owner, firearm dealer, shooting club member or planning to travel with firearms, answer a few quick questions and we’ll guide you to the right form and everything you need to complete it.
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Apply for a certificate to acquire and store 15kg to 2000kg of explosives
How do I apply?
Step 1: Familiarise yourself with the Explosives Regulations 2014.
Step 2: Download and complete the Application for a Storage Licence Under the Explosives Regulations 2014 form (Form ER2).
You'll need these details:
- your National Insurance (NI) number
- address of the explosives store
- explosives to be kept and quantities
Step 3: Check the Health and Safety and Nuclear (fees) Regulations 2016 to find the fee for your application.
Make out a cheque or postal order for this amount, payable to Northumbria Police. If you wish to pay by BACS, please contact the firearms team about this.
Step 4: Post your completed form with your cheque or postal order to:
Firearms Licensing Department
Northumbria Police
Bedlington Police Station
Schalksmuhle Road
Bedlington
Northumberland
NE22 7LA
If delivering by hand, please note Bedlington Police Station front office is open 9am-5pm Monday – Sunday.
How much does it cost?
There are different fees depending on where the explosives will be stored and the duration of the certificate. Find which fees you'll need to pay.
What happens after I apply?
We'll get in touch as quickly as possible if we have any questions about your application or need to ask for more information.