Dedicated Sport Shooting & Hunting Licence
Professional motivation letters for Section 16 firearm licence applications, including club membership and dedicated status assistance.
What is Section 16?
Section 16 of the Firearms Control Act provides for the licensing of firearms for dedicated sport shooting and hunting purposes. This category is designed for individuals who participate regularly in these activities and hold membership in a recognized shooting association or hunting organization.
Section 16 requires dedicated status, which demonstrates your commitment to the sport or hunting discipline. This status is obtained through membership and participation in an accredited organization.
Complete Section 16 Service Package
For Section 16 applications, we provide comprehensive assistance beyond just the motivation letter:
Club Membership Application
We assist with your shooting club membership application process
Dedicated Status Application
Help with obtaining your dedicated status through the club
First Year Membership Included
Your first year of club membership is included in the service fee
Motivation Letter Preparation
Professional motivation letter for your Section 16 application
Who Can Apply for Section 16?
Dedicated Sport Shooters
Individuals who participate regularly in sport shooting disciplines and are members of recognized shooting associations.
Dedicated Hunters
Active hunters who are members of recognized hunting organizations and participate in hunting activities regularly.
Club Members
Those who hold or are obtaining membership in SAPS-accredited shooting clubs or hunting associations.
Competitive Shooters
Participants in formal shooting competitions and events organized by recognized associations.
Evidence Typically Required
Section 16 applications require documentation demonstrating your dedicated status and active participation:
- Club membership certificate from a SAPS-accredited shooting association or hunting organization
- Dedicated status certificate issued by your club or association
- Participation records showing regular attendance at club activities, shoots, or hunts
- Competition results or hunting logs if applicable to your discipline
- Club accreditation documentation proving your organization is recognized by SAPS
- Competency certificate for the specific firearm type and discipline
Note: If you do not yet have club membership or dedicated status, we can assist with these applications as part of our Section 16 service package.
What We Include in Your Motivation Letter
Dedicated Status Confirmation
Documentation of your dedicated status and club membership details.
Participation History
Record of your active participation in sport shooting or hunting activities.
Discipline Specification
Clear identification of your specific shooting or hunting discipline.
Legal Compliance
Full alignment with Section 16 requirements of the Firearms Control Act.
Club Accreditation
Verification of your club's SAPS accreditation status.
Professional Formatting
Properly structured document meeting all professional standards.
Section 16 Application Process
Initial Consultation
We discuss your needs and assess whether you already have club membership and dedicated status, or if you need assistance obtaining them.
Club Membership Application
If needed, we assist with your shooting club membership application. First year membership is included in our service fee.
Dedicated Status Application
We help you obtain your dedicated status certificate through the club, which is required for Section 16 applications.
Document Collection
You upload all required documents through your secure dashboard, including club certificates and participation records.
Motivation Letter Preparation
We prepare your comprehensive Section 16 motivation letter and deliver it within 14 business days.
Important Notice
We prepare motivation letters and assist with club membership and dedicated status applications. We do not submit firearm licence applications to SAPS, provide legal advice, or guarantee application outcomes.
The success of your application depends on multiple factors including the accuracy of information you provide, your club participation, and the assessment by the relevant authorities.
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