Visitor Permits - visitorpermits@nra.org.uk

If you wish to bring firearms to the UK as a visitor, or to possess firearms while visiting the UK other than in some restricted circumstances, you must have a Visitor’s Firearm Permit or Visitor’s Shotgun Permit.

These documents are issued by the Police in the part of the UK you wish to visit, though your permit can be extended by the issuing Police Force to be valid in multiple locations. A Permit can be valid for up to a year, and for temporary residence of a year or less avoids the need for an import licence and subsequent export licence when returning home.

You must obtain your permit in advance – it is not possible to apply for one at point of entry.  Download the application form below and email to visitorpermits@nra.org.uk

Please allow a minimum of three months.

If you bring firearms as part of your personal baggage, you must have the permit with you in order to clear UK Customs. If your firearms are shipped separately, you will need the permit to collect them from the importer.

All the firearms and ammunition you import must appear on the permit, as must any firearms you intend to borrow or hire once in the UK.

Please download an application form here: Visitor Permit BLANK – 2022 Version

Notes for applicants can be downloaded here: UK VISITORS FIREARMS AND SHOTGUN PERMITS – notes for applicants 20221013

EMAIL: visitorpermits@nra.org.uk

YOU WILL ALSO REQUIRE AN SHOOTERS CERTIFICATION CARD (SCC) to shoot on Bisley Ranges – you must provide a Range Safety Awareness and Competency Test, completed by your club Coach/Assessor.  A temporary SCC will be provided upon receipt of the completed form for the duration of your stay at Bisley.

Range Safety Awareness and Competency Test – overseas visitors