Firearms law in New South Wales, Australia
Last reviewed: 2026-07-18
New South Wales operates the NFA category system (A/B/C/D/H) under the Firearms Act 1996, administered by the NSW Firearms Registry. A genuine reason is required (self-defence is not accepted), each firearm needs a Permit to Acquire with a 28-day wait, and licences run 2–5 years.