The movement of firearms and firearm parts, ammunition and accessories in and out of Australian territory is controlled primarily by the Australian Border Force.
Firearm Prohibition Orders (FPO) were introduced into Victoria in May 2018. The FPO scheme operates together with the existing prohibited person scheme to protect the community.
There are specific storage requirements for each category of firearm licence in Victoria. These are set out in Firearms Act 1996 and must be adhered to if you own a firearm.
Depending on the type of firearm licence an individual holds, they may be required to participate in a number of shoots to continue holding that type of firearm licence.
A renewal application package will be posted to you eight weeks before the expiry of your licence. Included with your package will be a renewal application form and a list of your registered firearms.
Reviewed 28 April 2021
Licensing and Regulation Division GPO Box 2807, Melbourne, VIC 3001
