Commercial Fishing
A demonstrated need connected with a commercial-fishing business.
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Genuine reason for possession or use · Purpose 6C · Current application form
What does this purpose cover?
Police guidance gives discharging seal-deterrent ammunition as an example of a commercial-fishing purpose. The particular activity must be authorised; the licence is not general permission to shoot wildlife.
What evidence is needed?
The current application asks for the business details and commercial-fishing licence number. Provide supporting evidence explaining why the particular firearm is necessary for the work.
How do you apply?
Select the full commercial-fishing purpose on the current form and ask Firearms Services to confirm the category and evidence for your proposed use.
Why do some documents say 6A?
The currently linked application uses 6C for commercial fishing. An older Police information sheet is titled Genuine Reason 6A – Commercial Fishing. Use the full purpose name and current form; ask Police about a different code on an existing licence.
Ready to check the next step?
Use the official source beside each section and the current application instructions. For advice about your eligibility, a particular firearm or a condition on your licence, contact Firearms Services.
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