Applying for a licence to store explosives
A person must have a security clearance if applying for a licence or permit relating to security-sensitive explosives.
You need a licence or permit to store explosives unless you:
- are storing a limited quantity of exempt explosives, as listed in Schedule 4 of the Explosives Regulation 2017
- have another explosives licence that authorises the storage of the explosive
- are storing explosives at a government reserve.
Licences vs permits
Licences authorise you to store explosives on an ongoing basis.
Permits allow you to store explosives temporarily at a site for a short period due to unforeseen, unplanned or transitory reasons, or in relation to a permit to import or export explosives.
A special permit to store explosives at an arms fair is also available.
Application requirements
Check the application form for a list of requirements, including requirements for security clearances for security-sensitive explosives and a safety and security management system.
Publicly listed corporations must appoint a responsible person for explosives matters if they have not already done so.
How to apply
Your application should include:
- application form for the relevant licence or permit
- licence fee (see below)
- supporting documents (according to the required documentation on the application form).
Fees and payment options
Licence fees can only be paid via credit card (BPOINT) following submission of the online form. Read more about payment of licence fees.
| Licence class | Licence type | Licence fee and period |
|---|---|---|
| Permit to store explosives | N/A | Nil |
| Licence to store explosives | For blasting explosives up to 100kg |
1 year
$127.52 (excl. GST) 5 years $637.60 (excl. GST) |
| Licence to store explosives | For blasting explosives greater than 100kg |
1 year
$498.41 (excl. GST) 5 years $2,492.05 (excl. GST) |
| Licence to store explosives | For propellant powders up to 100kg |
1 year
$47.91 (excl. GST) 5 years $239.55 (excl. GST) |
| Licence to store explosives | For propellant powders greater than 100kg but not greater than 250kg |
1 year
$127.52 (excl. GST) 5 years $637.60 (excl. GST) |
| Licence to store explosives | For propellant powders greater than 250kg |
1 year
$498.41 (excl. GST) 5 years $2,492.05 (excl. GST) |
| Licence to store explosives | For fireworks up to 100kg (gross weight) |
1 year
$47.91 (excl. GST) 5 years $239.55 (excl. GST) |
| Licence to store explosives | For fireworks greater than 100kg (gross weight) |
1 year
$498.41 (excl. GST) 5 years $2,492.05 (excl. GST) |
| Licence to store explosives | For explosives not mentioned above, not more than 100kg, including SSAN |
1 year
$47.91 (excl. GST) 5 years $239.55 (excl. GST) |
| Licence to store explosives | For explosives not mentioned above, greater than 100kg, including SSAN |
1 year
$498.41 (excl. GST) 5 years $2,492.05 (excl. GST) |