Forms and fees for fireworks and explosives
You must have a current Queensland Explosives Security Clearance (QESC) if you are applying for a security-sensitive explosives-related licence, which includes fireworks.
From 1 July 2026, use the RSHQ Portal to apply, renew, and manage your QESC, licences, and notifications—for simpler, faster and smarter licensing and compliance.
To avoid processing delays, read the forms carefully and include all required information. Refer to the guide for application information.
If you need help, contact the Explosives Inspectorate.
General forms
| Form | Fee | More info |
|---|---|---|
Explosives incidents non-mine site notification form (PDF, 708KB) On-mine site explosives incidents – notify via the RHSQ Portal or contact the Incident Management Hotline | Nil | Guide |
Queensland Explosives Security Clearance application Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal |
New application (5 years) –
$230.45 (excl. GST) Renewal – $184.34 (excl. GST) | Guide |
E114 – Nomination of a responsible person form (contact the Explosives Inspectorate to determine if this form is applicable) | Nil | Guide |
| E115 – Acceptable methods of payment form (PDF, 305KB) | Nil | Guide |
| E116 – Government magazine access card (PDF, 764KB) | $49.80 (excl. GST) | Guide |
| E117 – Voluntary surrender of security clearance or licence (PDF, 464KB) | Nil | Guide |
| E121 – Application for authorising and trialling explosives (PDF, 239KB) | $176.29 (excl. GST) | Guide |
| E122 – Request for life extension of out-of-specification explosive (PDF 343KB) | Nil | Guide |
Blasting and shotfiring
| Form | Fee | More info |
|---|---|---|
Application for an occupational authority: Shotfirer licence Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal |
1 year –
$73.70 (excl. GST) 5 years – $368.51 (excl. GST) | Guide |
Blasting notification Read the guide, then apply using the RHSQ Portal | Nil | Guide |
Collecting ammunition
| Form | Fee | More info |
|---|---|---|
Application for an occupational authority: Licence to collect ammunition Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal |
1 year –
$19.20 (excl. GST) 5 years – $96.02 (excl. GST) | Guide |
Application for a licence to collect ammunition (corporate or partnership only) Read the guide, then apply using RSHQ Portal | 1 year –
$19.20 (excl. GST) | Guide |
Fireworks
| Form | Fee | More info |
|---|---|---|
Application for an occupational authority: Fireworks operator licence Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal |
1 year –
$156.35 (excl. GST) 3 years – $469.06 (excl. GST) | Guide |
Application for a fireworks contractor licence Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal |
1 year –
$489.80 (excl. GST) 3 years – $1,469.39 (excl. GST) | Guide |
Fireworks display notification Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal | Nil | Guide |
Fireworks post display notification Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal | Nil | Guide |
Import and export
| Form | Fee | More info |
|---|---|---|
Application for a licence to import or export explosives Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal | Check guide for details | Guide |
| E112 – Application for a permit to import or export explosives (PDF, 286KB) | Check guide for details | Guide |
Import of explosives notification Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal | Nil | Guide |
Export of explosives notification Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal | Nil | Guide |
Manufacturing
| Form | Fee | More info |
|---|---|---|
Application for a licence to manufacture explosives Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal | Check guide for details | Guide |
Selling
| Form | Fee | More info |
|---|---|---|
Application for a licence to sell explosives Read the guide, than apply using the RSHQ Portal | Check guide for details | Guide |
| E120 – Request for validation of explosives licence (PDF, 385KB) | Nil | Guide |
Specialised uses
| Form | Fee | More info |
|---|---|---|
Application for an occupational authority: Licence to use explosives (individuals) Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal |
1 year –
$73.70 (excl. GST) 5 years – $368.51 (excl. GST) | Guide |
Application for a licence to use explosives (corporate or partnership only) Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal |
1 year –
$73.70 (excl. GST) 5 years – $368.51 (excl. GST) | Guide |
Storing explosives
| Form | Fee | More info |
|---|---|---|
Application for a licence to store explosives Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal | Check guide for details | Guide |
| E113 – Application for permit to store explosives (PDF, 306KB) | Check guide for details | Guide |
Request to store explosives at a government magazine Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal | Fees for using a government explosives reserve | Guide |
| Application for a permit to store explosives at arms fair for an individual person (PDF, 116KB) | Nil | Guide |
Transporting explosives
| Form | Fee | More info |
|---|---|---|
Application for a licence to transport explosives Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal |
1 year –
$136.30 (excl. GST) 5 years – $681.50 (excl. GST) | Guide |
Application for an occupational authority: Explosive drivers' licence Read the guide, then apply using the RSHQ Portal |
1 year –
$73.70 (excl. GST) 5 years – $368.51 (excl. GST) | Guide |