Firearms Licence Renewals and Competency Renewals in South Africa

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Nobody wants to do it but let's face it: for every barrier that the South African Government places in the way of irresponsible gun owners, the fewer irresponsible gun owners will possess firearms.

As South Africans, let's not whine about renewals. Let's get it done and appreciate why it is for the greater good, even if it is an inconvenience.

What to bring for your Renewal of Firearms Competency in South Africa as at Jan 2016

SAP517(g) completed in black ink. This you can get from the local SAPS firearms officer
2 x testimonials. Download the testimonial form here to save on time. Instructions on the form. If you click on the link and see an image, just print the image (File--> Print or press Ctrl key and P key at the same time)
2 x colour photos. For photo requirements see below.
R70 cash ZAR
Original ID and 2 copies
Original Training Certificates and 1 copy
Original firearms licence and 1 copy
Original competency card (or printout) and 1 copy
Proof of Address
Black pen to fill out the forms
Bottle of water (while you wait)

What to bring for your Renewal of Firearms License in South Africa as at Jan 2016

SAP518(a) completed in black ink. This you can get from the local SAPS firearms officer
2 x colour photos. For photo requirements see below.
R70 cash ZAR
Original ID and 2 copies
Original Training Certificates and 1 copy
Original firearms licence and 1 copy
Original competency card (or printout) and 1 copy
Proof of Address
Black pen to fill out the forms
Bottle of water (while you wait)

Photo requirements for SAPS renewals (license and competency)

Photo must be in colour
Max 38mm wide, max 52mm height
must be front view of head and shoulders
background must be plain
no hats
no sunglasses
ID number on back of the photo