The forms in this page contain references to terminology and provisions that have changed under the Arms Act 2026. As we progressively update all forms, they remain available for use. They will be processed under the provisions of the new legislation.
Apply for a Museum licence
Find out how to apply for or renew a Museum licence, and what to expect after you submit your application.
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Before you begin
Check the requirements in Museum licences and make sure you have all the information and supporting documents needed to complete your application.
Apply online through MyFirearms
The fastest way to apply for a Museum licence (and endorsements) is online through MyFirearms
To use MyFirearms, you must have a mobile phone and a RealMe login.
What is MyFirearms?
MyFirearms is our online portal that lets you provide information for the Firearms Registry and apply for and manage your firearms licensing.
What is RealMe?
RealMe login is a service from the New Zealand government that lets you use one username and password to access a wide range of services online.
If you do not have a RealMe login already, you’ll be prompted to create one before you start your application. You do not need a RealMe verified identity.
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Log in
Visit MyFirearms and log in with RealMe. You’ll need your mobile phone to carry out the security check.
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Create your MyFirearms profile
To use MyFirearms, you must first create a MyFirearms profile.
Select 'Complete Your Profile' and complete the form.
You need to provide your name, date of birth and the details of your New Zealand firearms licence.
A MyFirearms profile is unique to each person. It will be linked to your firearms licence, so you do not need to provide these details again when using MyFirearms.
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Complete the Museum licence form
Select 'Museum licence' and complete the form.
If needed, complete the endorsements section of the form as well.
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Pay the fee
You can pay online with Visa or Mastercard. You will be charged a card surcharge of 1.9%.
Note: When you apply online, you must pay the application fee in MyFirearms. Do not pay the application fee at an NZ Post shop
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Submit your application
Review the summary, then Submit the form.
You’ll receive an email to confirm we’ve received your application.
Other ways to apply
If you can't apply online through MyFirearms, you can submit your application by courier. Applications submitted by courier post may take longer to process.
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Download the application form
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Complete the form
You can complete the application form on your computer or device, or print out a blank form and handwrite your responses.
Sign the form once you have completed it.
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Pay the fee
Pay the application fee at a NZ Post shop and obtain a receipt to include with your application. There are separate fees for a Museum licence application form.
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Post your form and supporting documents
You can submit your application and supporting documentation via courier to:
National Support Team, Firearms Safety and Education New Zealand, Level 3, 210 Federal Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand.
Applications submitted by courier post may take longer to process.
After you submit your application
Once we’ve received your application, Firearms Safety and Education New Zealand will contact you to arrange a time to interview you.
You will need to show Firearms Safety and Education New Zealand your secure storage facilities are suitable for the proposed activities and the classes of arms items held for those activities.
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