Applying for a licence to store explosives

You need a licence or permit to store explosives unless you:

• are storing a limited quantity of exempt explosives, as listed in Schedule 4 of the Explosives Regulation 2017
• have another explosives licence that authorises the storage of the explosive
• are storing explosives at a government reserve.

Licences vs permits

Licences authorise you to store explosives on an ongoing basis.

Permits allow you to store explosives temporarily at a site for a short period due to unforeseen, unplanned or transitory reasons, or in relation to a permit to import or export explosives.

A special permit to store explosives at an arms fair is also available.

Application requirements

Check the application form for a list of requirements, including requirements for security clearances for security-sensitive explosives and a safety and security management system.

Publicly listed corporations must appoint a responsible person for explosives matters if they have not already done so.

How to apply

Your application should include:

• application form for the relevant licence or permit
  • Form E107 – Application for a licence to store explosives (PDF, 882KB)
  • Form E113 – Application for a permit to store explosives (PDF, 778KB)
  • or
  • Application for permit to store explosives at an arms fair (PDF, 117KB)
• application fee (see below)
• supporting documents (according to the form's checklist).

Publicly listed corporations may also need to submit Form E114 – Nominated responsible person. Contact us to complete the form and submit it with your application.

Fees and payment options

Read about payment options and make sure you include an acceptable methods of payment form (PDF, 305KB) with your application.