Apply for permission to purchase with an existing green firearms possession card for individual persons 
If you already have a firearms possession card (WBK) and wish to purchase another firearm requiring a permit, you must apply for this.
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Basic information
The permit is issued by the competent authority by means of an entry in the gun ownership card (pre-entry).
If you are a sport shooter and have a green gun ownership card (WBK), you must have your recognized shooting club confirm that you need this weapon to practice your sport.
With the pre-registration, you have one year to acquire a weapon requiring a permit.
In the application for a permit for the further purchase of a firearm, you only need to state what type of firearm and caliber you wish to purchase. Further details, such as the manufacturer and exact model, are not initially required. You only have to provide this information once you have acquired the weapon and have fulfilled your obligation to notify the competent authority of the acquisition of the weapon. The gun dealer must also report the transfer of the weapon to you.
You must prove that you can safely store the weapon you wish to purchase.
Requirements
- You have a green gun ownership card (WBK).
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Procedure
You must apply for the pre-registration at the relevant firearms authority. Submit the application together with the required documents.
Online application
- Use the online service. You will find the link under "Further information" - Online service" The online service guides you step by step through the application.
- You can store the required documents directly in the online service.
- If you want to use the full online functions of the service, you must log in with your Bund-ID user account.
- If you do not yet have a user account, you can register on the registration page.
- If you do not register with your Bund-ID, you will need to make an appointment in person at the firearms authority to have your personal details checked before your application can be processed.
- Once the application has been checked, you will receive the firearms permit and the invoice by post.
Application in paper form
- You can request a print-out of the application form by e-mail at waffenundjagd@ordnungsamt.bremen.de or you can obtain a paper copy on site from the relevant office.
- Fill in the application form.
- Attach a copy of the required documents to the application.
- Send everything by post or hand in the documents on site after making an appointment. The completed application should be handed in to the responsible office.
- You will receive the decision by post.
More information
You can use the NWR identification numbers (NWR ID) to complete the application more quickly:
- Your personal NWR ID (P or F NWR ID) for your personal details
- the permit NWR ID for the firearms permit (E-NWR ID)
- the weapon or weapon part NWR ID (W or T NWR ID).
You can obtain the NWR IDs on request from the relevant weapons authority.
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Necessary Documents
- Identity card or passport (copy)
- Weapons possession card (WBK) or hunting license
- If applicable, proof of need from the shooting sports club (only for marksmen with a green firearms license (WBK))
- Proof of safe storage
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Competent Department
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Ordnungsamt | Referat 11 - Waffen- und Jagdangelegenheiten
- (0421) 361 2144
- (0421) 361-10035
- Stresemannstraße 48, 28207 Bremen
- waffenundjagd
@ordnungsamt. bremen. de - Legally secure e-communication more
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Online Services
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Fees / Costs
The fees may vary and depend on various factors. Further information on fees can be found in the Internal Administration Costs Ordinance. You will find the link under "Legal bases" - "Cost Ordinance for Internal Administration (InKostV)".
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Deadlines & processing time
What deadlines must be paid attention to?
There is no deadline.
How long does it take to process
4 weeks bis 8 weeks
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The official information in German is complete and correct. 07.10.2025