Thread: E-Cat process.

In a couple of months i will be applying for my B cat. I have been told i might aswell go for my E-cat aswell. Who can explain the E-cat process in detail? I would like to have both B and E cat. But is E cat to hard to get these days!

Burb122

You have to give a valid reason for obtaining your E endorsement.

Hunting is out, dont even mention it or you will fail.

Pest destruction is in ... but only if your currently employed in the industry.

Competition is in..... 3 gun shoots, Military shoots etc. Helps if your a member of a club that currently runs these types of competitions. If you are obtain a letter from the club secretary explaining that you need your "E" endorsement to fully participate in your clubs activities.

You may also want to consider a "C" collectors endorsement at the came time, For that you have to write a letter explaining why you need a "C" endorsement and specifically what you want to collect. Again it also helps if your currently a memeber of a collecting organisation like IMAS etc.

Remember it's your legal right as a NZ Citizen to hold these endorsements if your a fit and proper person and can show a valid reason why you need them.

Hope this helps.

Cheers
Pete

Originally Posted by P38

Burb122

You have to give a valid reason for obtaining your E endorsement.

Hunting is out, dont even mention it or you will fail.

Pest destruction is in ... but only if your currently employed in the industry.

Competition is in..... 3 gun shoots, Military shoots etc. Helps if your a member of a club that currently runs these types of competitions. If you are obtain a letter from the club secretary explaining that you need your "E" endorsement to fully participate in your clubs activities.

You may also want to consider a "C" collectors endorsement at the came time, For that you have to write a letter explaining why you need a "C" endorsement and specifically what you want to collect. Again it also helps if your currently a memeber of a collecting organisation like IMAS etc.

Remember it's your legal right as a NZ Citizen to hold these endorsements if your a fit and proper person and can show a valid reason why you need them.

Hope this helps.

Cheers
Pete

From memory as it was a long time ago I used the reason "for Service Rifle and 3 Gun competition and all other lawful and legitimate shooting activities in which I may participate"

Looking at the POL 67H (E cat endorsement form) I have in front of me, you will need a 3rd and 4th referee who can attest to your character and fitness to have a MSSA.

It states "Your referees must be people with current firearms licences who are firearms dealers, collectors, or serving members of a recognised firearms organisation. They must be able to demonstrate long term experience with firearms. These referees are in addition to the referees nominated for an A Licence"

You will need to fill in the standard firearms licence application (the same one done for the A cat) as this has the first 2 referees for the AO to contact.

Form must be signed and witnessed by a member of the Police. As will the POL 67N endorsement form

Our pistol club did a neat and clear to understand flow chart of the process to attain your B cat. PM me an email address and I will scan it and send it to you. (all you do is add the E cat form in when you send the lot)

Hope this helps

Baz

I have seen that there flow chart and can attest to it's clearness and excellent instruction

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