The Licensing and Regulation Division of Victoria Police regulates the weapons industry in Victoria.
There are circumstances where it may be appropriate for a person to possess a weapon; Victorian legislation outlines the different types of weapons and the types of activities for which they can be possessed, carried and used. You can also find information regarding Governor in Council exemptions, which are issued by the Department of Justice.
You can find more information about weapons definitions, approvals and exemptions via the links on this page.
You can find out more about the Licensing and Regulation Division, including our most recent Statement of Expectations, privacy statements and our compliance principles.
Contact the Licensing and Regulation Division
Get in touch about weapons through our online enquiry form.
For general information, please refer to the firearms and private security pages, which contain information on topics relating to licensing requirements, access to application forms and guides.
Weapons fees
For weapons approvals fees please visit the service fees and penalties page.
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