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You can currently only reach the Wuppertal PP Weapons Office by telephone on Tuesdays from 9 am to 12 noon and Thursdays from 12 noon to 3 pm. You can also send an e-mail outside of these availability times.
Personal consultations are only possible by prior appointment with the responsible clerk.
Applications, documents, evidence, etc. can be sent to us by post:
Police headquarters Wuppertal
ZA 1.2 - Weapons law
Postfach 201453
42285 Wuppertal
Furthermore, a BMI flyer on the subject of "Notification and reporting obligations in the NWR - private weapons purchases and sales" is now available for download.
Weapons law
The handling of weapons in the Federal Republic of Germany is regulated by the Weapons Act. The aim is to regulate the private acquisition and possession of weapons and to prevent the illegal trade and possession of weapons.
Official permit: application forms
In many cases, the handling of weapons, especially firearms, requires an official permit. Although the Weapons Act is a federal law, its implementation is the responsibility of the federal states. In North Rhine-Westphalia, the district police authority is generally responsible for implementing the weapons law and for issuing permits in its area of responsibility.
You can find the relevant application forms from the Wuppertal district police authority in the download area on the right-hand side.
Requirements for gun cabinets
In its ruling of 30.08.2023 (Ref.: 20 A 2384/20), the NRW Higher Administrative Court (OVG NRW) specified the requirements for the secure storage of keys for storage containers for weapons and/or ammunition in accordance with Section 36 (1) WaffG.
You can find answers to frequently asked questions on this topic in the FAQ on the right-hand side.
General information on weapons law can be found on the state website of the NRW police.