Shotgun & Firearms Medical Certificates
We provide shotgun and firearms medical certificates required for licence applications and renewals, completed by GMC-registered doctors in line with UK firearms licensing guidance.
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Firearms Medical – Key Information
What Is a Firearms Medical Certificate?
A firearms medical certificate is a medical report required by police firearms licensing units when applying for, renewing, or varying a firearm or shotgun certificate.
Is There a Difference Between Firearm and Shotgun Medicals?
No. The medical assessment is the same for firearm and shotgun certificates. The difference is the licence type applied for, not the medical itself, and the same medical certificate supports both applications.
How Much Does a Firearms Medical Cost?
Our firearms medical certificate is priced at £68. This covers the medical assessment and preparation of the required medical report to support your firearm or shotgun licence application.
Who Needs a Firearms Medical?
A firearms medical is required for:
- First-time firearm or shotgun licence applications
- Firearm or shotgun certificate renewals
- Coterminous applications (firearm and shotgun together)
- Licence variations where medical review is requested
- Applicants whose GP cannot provide the medical report
If you are unsure whether your application requires a medical certificate, we can guide you based on your police force and application type.
Frequently Asked Questions
What medical conditions must be declared for a firearms licence?
Applicants are required to declare any medical conditions that may be relevant to firearms licensing, including (but not limited to):
- Depression, anxiety, or other mental health conditions
- History of self-harm or suicidal thoughts
- Neurological conditions such as epilepsy or multiple sclerosis
- Alcohol or substance misuse
- Cognitive or behavioural conditions
- Any condition that may affect judgement, awareness, or impulse control
Declaring a condition does not automatically prevent you from holding a licence. Each case is assessed individually.
How long is a firearms medical certificate valid?
The validity of a firearms medical certificate depends on the police force handling the application, the type of application (grant, renewal, or variation), and individual circumstances. In most cases, the certificate supports a licence that may be valid for up to five years, but licensing authorities may request updated medical information at any stage.
Is a firearms medical required for both new applications and renewals?
Yes. A firearms medical is required for first-time firearm or shotgun licence applications and for renewals. It may also be requested for licence variations or where the licensing authority needs updated medical information.
Who makes the final decision on my licence?
The police firearms licensing unit makes the final decision. The medical certificate supports their assessment but does not approve or reject applications.
Do you send my medical directly to the police?
In most cases, the completed medical certificate is provided to you for submission with your application, unless otherwise requested by the licensing authority.