Here’s the step-by-step procedure for issuing an arms license from NADRA in Pakistan:

Eligibility Criteria

1. Age: 21 years or above (non-professional) or 18 years or above (professional)
2. Pakistani citizenship
3. No criminal record
4. No mental illness
5. No history of addiction
6. Members of armed forces, police, or paramilitary forces
7. Hunters (with hunting license)
8. Sport shooters (with sports license)
9. Professionals (security guards, bodyguards)

Required Documents

1. Form B (arms license application form)
2. Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC)
3. Passport-sized photos (4-6 copies)
4. Character certificate (issued by local police station)
5. Medical certificate (issued by government hospital)
6. Guarantor’s form (signed by reputable citizen)
7. Affidavit (sworn before magistrate, if applicable)
8. Proof of residence (utility bills, rent agreement)
9. Proof of income (salary certificate, income tax return)

Application Process

1. Submit application at nearest NADRA office or authorized arms license issuing authority.
2. Fill Form B accurately.
3. Attach all required documents.
4. Pay arms license fee (Rs. 10,000 – Rs. 50,000).
5. Undergo biometric verification.
6. Undergo background check by local police.
7. Undergo medical examination.
8. Attend an interview with arms license issuing authority.

Additional Requirements

1. Firearm training certificate (required for certain categories).
2. Security clearance (required for high-risk categories).
3. Recommendation from local administration (for professional licenses).

Issuance of License

1. License issuance: The license is issued after approval from relevant authorities.
2. License renewal: Renewal is required every 5 years.