The final approval for whether an applicant can have a firearm is typically made by the police or a firearms licensing officer. The role of the doctor is to assess the applicant’s mental and physical fitness through a medical examination and provide a report. The police or licensing authority then uses this medical report, along with other background checks, to make the final decision on whether to grant the firearms licence.

At Motor Medicals, we offer comprehensive firearms medical examinations for just £60. This fee covers the assessment and the preparation of the necessary medical report.

If the doctor determines that you are unfit to possess a firearm, the police or licensing authority will be notified, and your application for a firearm license may be denied. You may be advised on any steps you can take or medical conditions to address before reapplying.

If your firearm license application is denied based on the medical report, you may have the option to appeal the decision with the licensing authority. It is advisable to seek legal advice or further medical evaluation if you believe the decision was made in error.

We keep your records for 6 Months before they are erased. 

A firearms medical examination is an assessment conducted by a licensed doctor to evaluate an applicant’s mental and physical fitness to safely own and operate a firearm. This examination is required to ensure the applicant does not have any medical conditions that could impair their ability to handle a firearm responsibly.

Please send your medical record request form to your GP practice and your own form to email to firearmmedical@motormedicals.com

Firearm medicals must be completed before you get your first firearm license as well as every 5 years for renewal. You must get your medical before 5 months of your current license expiry. 

In the UK, every applicant to police forces must undergo a firearms medical assessment. The objective of these assessments is to confrim that individuals are medically fit to handle firearms.