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Apply for a licence to purchase and handle explosives without a trade

  • Service description

    If you wish to purchase, transport or handle explosive substances for non-commercial purposes, you require an official licence.

    This may be restricted in terms of content and scope, and subject to conditions, insofar as this is necessary to prevent danger, disadvantage or harassment to third parties.

    The competent supervisory and appeals authority is the State Administration Office.

  • Who should I contact?

    The public order offices of the districts and independent cities are responsible for providing detailed information and for processing and issuing the relevant licences.

  • Which documents are required?

    • Clearance certificate
    • Proof of expertise
    • Proof of need
  • What fees are incurred?

    Fees are due. These vary from case to case. Information on the amount of the fee can be obtained from the responsible office.

  • What deadlines do I have to observe?

    Authorisation is generally granted for a period of five years.

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