The procedures to be followed in obtaining a gun license in our country are implemented within the framework of the "Law on Firearms and Knives and Other Tools" no. 6136 and the "Regulation on the Implementation of the Law on Firearms and Knives and Other Tools" no. 91/1779.
So, how to get a gun license, what documents are needed?
First of all, there are different types of licenses for different types of firearms. These are the types of licenses obtained for pistols that are classified as rifled weapons and shotguns that fall into the category of smoothbore weapons. Although the nature of these licenses is different, the procedures applied during the license acquisition are very close to each other. In order to apply for a gun license, it is necessary to be a citizen of the Republic of Turkey, to be over the age of 21 and to meet the conditions in the above-mentioned regulation.
What documents are required for a gun license?
Competent authorities may be district police directorates or gendarmerie commands, depending on their residence address.
During the application,
a) The petition you will write to the relevant authority,
b) One half cover cardboard file,
c) The original of your identity card,
d) Medical board report stating that there is no objection to obtaining a gun license,
e) 4 color passport photos of yours,
f) You must have an up-to-date document (signed, sealed, dated and certified) with you, which you will receive from the tax offices, showing that there is no overdue tax debt in excess of 2000 TL.
After the application, if the investigation to be carried out by the relevant authority is positive, you can get your gun purchase certificate with the approval of the governorship. You have to complete your arms purchases with this document from the MKEK institution.
For Shotgun License:
During the application,
a) The petition you will write to the relevant authority,
b) Half cover cardboard file,
c) The original of your identity card,
d) Medical board report stating that there is no objection to obtaining a gun license,
e) You must have 4 colored passport photos with you.
Remember! The Shotgun License only authorizes you to carry and hold. In order to hunt, you must apply to the Regional Directorate of Forestry and get a "Hunting Card".
You cannot hunt with a Proof of Purchase; In order to carry your rifle freely, you must register it with your license.