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==Procedure==
'''Apply In Person '''
#To Renew Shooting License, the applicant has to approach the Police Scotland [https://www.scotland.police.uk/police-stations/ link]
#An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer or it can be downloaded from the following link [https://www.scotland.police.uk/spa-media/if1plqpd/firearms-form-201-final.pdf?view=Standard link]
#The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
#Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
#The applicant has to attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
#Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
#The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
#After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
#Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
#Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
#If the renewal application is approved, the applicant will receive his/her renewed firearm or shotgun certificate. Ensure that the applicant keep this certificate safe and adhere to any conditions or requirements outlined in the license.
#This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.
 
==Required Documents==
*Application form [https://www.scotland.police.uk/spa-media/if1plqpd/firearms-form-201-final.pdf?view=Standard link]
*Current firearm or shotgun certificate.
*Proof of identity (passport, driver's license, etc.)
*A current passport-sized photograph.
*Any other documentation required by Police Scotland.

 
==Office Locations & Contacts==
'''Police Scotland''' 
PO BOX 2460, Dalmarnock, Glasgow, G40 9BA 
Phone - +44 (0) 141 308 1070 
Contact [https://www.scotland.police.uk/contact-us/ link] 
Nearest police station [https://www.scotland.police.uk/police-stations/ link] 
 
==Eligibility==
*Any shooting license holder whose license was expired is eligible to make this application.

 
==Fees==
*The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

 
==Validity==
Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

 
==Documents to Use==
*Application form [https://www.scotland.police.uk/spa-media/if1plqpd/firearms-form-201-final.pdf?view=Standard link]

 
==Sample Documents==
Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.

 
==Processing Time==
*This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

 
==Related Videos==
Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
Attach videos using the following tag <&video type='website'>video ID|width|height<&/video&> from external websites.
Please remove the '&' inside the tags during implementation.
Website = allocine, blip, dailymotion, facebook, gametrailers, googlevideo, html5, metacafe, myspace, revver,
sevenload, viddler, vimeo, youku, youtube
width = 560, height = 340, Video ID = Can be obtained from the URL of webpage where the video is displayed.
e.g In the following url 'http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0US7oR_t3M' Video ID is 'Y0US7oR_t3M'.

 
==Instructions==
*Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
*Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

 
==Required Information==
*Name
*Address
*Nationality
*Business details
*Mailing address
*Contact number
*Email id
*Other details
*Date
*Signature

 
==Need for the Document==
*In Scotland, renewing a shooting license is called renewing a Firearms Certificate. This type of license is required for anyone who wants to own or use a firearm in Scotland.

 
==Information which might help==
*For more information [https://www.scotland.police.uk/about-us/what-we-do/firearms-and-explosives-licensing/firearms-and-shotguns/ link]

 
==Other uses of the Document/Certificate==
Please explain what are other uses for obtaining this document/certificate. 
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

 
==External Links==
[https://www.scotland.police.uk/spa-media/sk5m4kw4/firearms-licensing-statistical-publication-2022-2023.docx link] 
 
==Others==
*Firearms licensing in Scotland is governed by strict regulations, and applicants must demonstrate a valid reason for needing a firearm and a commitment to safe and responsible gun ownership. The license is subject to renewal, and holders must adhere to the conditions set out in the license to retain its validity.

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