Here you can read out the complete guidelines for Updated Fees for New Arms License in Pakistan. In Pakistan, if you want to own a gun, you need a license from the Ministry of Interior. They’ll check your documents and then decide. To get the license, you must: have a valid CNIC or NICOP, be at least 25 years old, not have issues with the local police, not be involved in any bad activities, and be physically and mentally fit.
Issuance Process for Arms License
- Seek approval from the Ministry of Interior.
- Receive approval letter.
- Upload the approval on the NADRA system online.
- Provide biometrics within the prescribed period and receive a Demand Notice from NADRA.
- Purchase a weapon from an authorized dealer and record the purchase on the Demand Notice.
- Submit the Demand Note to the respective DC Office.
- Submit the Demand Note to NADRA for the issuance of the License.
Official Website of Ministry of Interior Pakistan: https://www.interior.gov.pk/index.php/faqs/arms-license
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Required Documents
- Application: Handwritten or typed, addressed to Section Officer (Arms), Ministry of Interior.
- Photocopy of CNIC
- Police Clearance Certificate
- Affidavit: Attested by Notary Public.
- Filer Documents
Fee Structure
| Type of License | Government Fee | Nadra Fee | Total Fee |
| Prohibited | Rs25,000 | Rs3,000 | Rs28,000 |
| Non-Prohibited | Rs12,500 | Rs1,500 | Rs14,000 |
Note: Fee for Filer: Half of the above fees if tax ceiling is met (PB: Rs50,000, NPB: Rs25,000).