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Renewal of the permit to trade in firearms and ammunition

Application for renewal to trade in firearms and ammunition

Applications shall be made before the previous permit expires.

The person responsible for the business must have a valid firearms license.

The same requirements apply when renewing a license as when granting such licenses in general.

Application for renewal

Information to be included:

  • information about the applicant, such as name, ID number, e-mail address and telephone number

  • the licensee's information, such as ID number, telephone number and e-mail address

  • information about the responsible person, such as name, e-mail address and telephone number. The responsible person must have a valid firearms licence.

  • company information, such as the name and ID number of the managing director and the board members

  • a copy of a confirmation from Skatturinn, Iceland Revenue and Customs, that the applicant is registered in the company register

Cost

6,500 ISK

Duration

Maximum of 5 years

Security and registration

The licence is accompanied by an obligation to keep a detailed record of all firearms and ammunition purchased or sold.

The police supervises the registration and handling of firearms and ammunition.

Application for renewal to trade in firearms and ammunition

Service provider

The Icelandic Po­lice