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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.
Add a temporary place of business to a firearms dealer certificate
Step 1: Download and complete the firearms dealer registration form (Form 116A).
You'll need these details:
Step 2: If you'd like to pay online, note this on your application and make sure you include an email address. We'll email you a secure link you can use to make your payment.
Alternatively make out a cheque or postal order for the appropriate fee, payable to the Northumbria Police.
Step 3: Post the completed form with 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.
If you wish to pay by BACS, please contact the firearms team about this before sending your form.
It costs £13.
We'll get in touch as quickly as possible if we have any questions about your application or need to ask for more information.