JCM Posted May 31, 2020 Report Share Posted May 31, 2020 Hi Does anyone know if you can bring over a hunting rifle on PR? Or at least then buy one in Oz on a PR visa? Thanks so much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frosty Posted June 1, 2020 Report Share Posted June 1, 2020 You should look at the requirements for firearm license from the state you will be residing in. Each state has their own regulations as far as I am aware. I do not think PR is an issue regarding the purchasing of a firearm, have not seen any regulation requiring you to be a citizen. It is a bit of a process, and you will be required to prove that you have a need for owning firearm. I think bringing one over if you are not yet residing here might prove difficult though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ottg Posted June 2, 2020 Report Share Posted June 2, 2020 A person I know, brought his collection across. However, he has to give proof that he is a firearm enthusiast, belong to a firearm club/association, will belong to a firearm club in Aus with paperwork to proof that. A very strict and controlled process and storage conditions. This person was a Springbok shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JCM Posted June 3, 2020 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2020 Thanks @frosty and @ottg, much appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LM17 Posted June 4, 2020 Report Share Posted June 4, 2020 It is state specific, its a lot of red tape but doable - big difference is that self defense is not a good enough reason to own a firearm. But you should be OK as hunting and sport shooting is a valid reason as long you belong to a club, attend the training etc etc. Not sure where you are moving to but below the regulations for NSW https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-firearms-licence-individual "When you apply for a NSW firearms licence you must provide evidence of your genuine reason for the possession and use of firearms. The protection of yourself or another person is not considered a genuine reason. Refer to the Licence Categories & Genuine Reason Table – PDF. Your genuine reason will determine: the category of licence issued the type of firearm you’re authorised to possess and use. You can have more than one genuine reason on your firearms licence. Firearms licences are issued for 2 or 5 years with the exception of: first time applicants for a category H firearm licence with the genuine reason of: target shooting, who will be subject to a probationary pistol licence – PDF for the first 12 months. business or employment as an armed security guard, who will be subject to a provisional pistol licence – PDF for the first 12 months.Note: If you're applying for a genuine reason or category other than the above, you may need to be issued with a separate licence. primary producers engaged in an authorised eradication campaign who may be eligible for a 12-month category D licence." 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riekie Posted August 6, 2020 Report Share Posted August 6, 2020 Save yourself a lot of trouble and just start the process this end. You may find you don't even want a firearm anymore... As others have said, it is a complicated process either way, and you must have a good and valid reason for owning a firearm in Australia (such as being a farmer, shooting professionally/competitions etc.) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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