How to Apply:

1. Write a request letter addressed to the Minister of the Interior outlining the reason of the request and submit it along with the supporting documents (listed under “Required Documents” section) for verification and processing.
2. If the ministry or the authorized official is satisfied that all the documents are in order, you will be notified of the outcome and given further instruction.
3. You should contact the Ministry of the Interior office or related offices for more information about filling the application with them.

• An extract from the criminal record less than three months old
• A photocopy of the identity document.

Ministry of the Interior for the Decentralization of Security and Public Hygiene:
Address: Downtown Avenue de Cointet, BP, Libreville
Telephone :( +011) 01771009/01760532
Website: website

• Service is open to all adult (citizens or foreigner)

• Please consult with the ministry

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

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• Full names of the applicant
• Identification document number (valid passport/ID card)
• Reason for the application
• Contact details
• Residential address in Gabon
• Profession
• Nationality

All person who wishes to purchase or carry a firearm in Gabon legally are required to register with the ministry of interior in relation to the Law No. 15/82 of January 24, 1983 establishing the arms and ammunition regime.

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