In Pakistan, the following individuals can apply for an arms license from NADRA:
Eligibility Criteria For Arms License From NADRA
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 For Arms License From NADRA
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)
Categories Eligible for Arms License For Arms License From NADRA
1. Hunting license
2. Self-defense license
3. Sports license
4. Security guard license
5. Bodyguard license
6. Law enforcement license (for members of armed forces, police, or paramilitary forces)
Additional Requirements For Arms License From NADRA
1. Firearm training certificate (required for certain categories)
2. Security clearance (required for high-risk categories)
3. Recommendation from local administration (for professional licenses)
Application Process For Arms License From NADRA
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