After you’ve applied

You will usually get the result of your application within 7 or 8 weeks. It will take longer if somebody objects or if it’s not clear if you are eligible.

Check your application’s progress on the public register

You can check the progress of your application by searching your name or your application number in the public register.

View the public register

StageWhat happensRegister shows status as:
You submit your application We check that your application is complete. Received
We check if you are eligible We do background and criminal record checks.

We send your application to the Police and they can object.

If you’ve applied for a licence, we note that you’ve applied on the notice of intention register and members of the public have one month to object to your application.		 In progress
We make our decision We review your application, the information we’ve gathered and any objections.

We may ask for more information from you, Police or other sources.

We may hold a hearing if somebody objects or if it’s not clear if you are eligible.		 Decision pending
We tell you our decision You’ll get a letter telling you our decision. Completed

If your application is successful

Company licence

You’ll get a letter with a copy of your licence.

Individual licence or certificate of approval

You’ll get a letter.

To pick up your licence and ID badge, go to the PostShop you chose when you applied. You must take:

  • the letter
  • the ID you chose when you applied.

Trans-Tasman mutual recognition individual licence

You’ll get a letter with a copy of your licence.

If your application is unsuccessful

You’ll get a letter telling you why we have turned down your application.

Appeal a decision

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