Section 16

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

1

Initial Consultation

We discuss your needs and assess whether you already have club membership and dedicated status, or if you need assistance obtaining them.

2

Club Membership Application

If needed, we assist with your shooting club membership application. First year membership is included in our service fee.

3

Dedicated Status Application

We help you obtain your dedicated status certificate through the club, which is required for Section 16 applications.

4

Document Collection

You upload all required documents through your secure dashboard, including club certificates and participation records.

5

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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