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Will a German shotgun licence help with my UK application?
I hold a German firearms and shotgun licence. Would these help in my application for English licences when I return to the UK next year?
Shotgun licence
DAVID FROST
I?m afraid that German licences and a German EFP cut no ice at all in the UK.
You can?t even bring your guns in using the EFP unless either you get a visitor?s permit or have a UK certificate.
I suggest you get in touch with the police force in whose area you will be living and start making arrangements to get the necessary UK certificates.
This can be a lengthy process with some forces so I recommend starting at least five months before you plan to return.
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