Applying for a licence to sell explosives
You must have a security clearance to apply for a licence or permit relating to security-sensitive explosives.
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A licence to sell explosives allows you to buy and sell nominated explosives and to store a limited quantity at a designated location.
Application requirements
Check the application form for a list of requirements, including requirements for security clearances and a safety and security management system.
Publicly listed corporations must appoint a responsible person for explosives matters if they have not already done so.
How to apply
Your application should include:
- Form E206 – Application for a licence to sell explosives
- licence fee (see below)
- supporting documents (according to the required documentation on the application form).
Fees and payment options
Licence fees can only be paid via credit card (BPOINT) following submission of the online form. Read more about payment of licence fees.
Fees for licences to sell explosives
| Licence class | Licence type | Licence fee and period |
|---|---|---|
| Licence to sell explosives | For blasting explosives |
1 year
$100.56 (excl. GST) 5 years $502.80 (excl. GST) |
| Licence to sell explosives | For propellant powders |
1 year
$100.56 (excl. GST) 5 years $502.80 (excl. GST) |
| Licence to sell explosives | For fireworks |
1 year
$100.56 (excl. GST) 5 years $502.80 (excl. GST) |
| Licence to sell explosives | For ammunition |
1 year
$18.58 (excl. GST) 5 years $92.90 (excl. GST) |
| Licence to sell explosives | For an explosive not mentioned above, including SSAN |
1 year
$100.56 (excl. GST) 5 years $502.80 (excl. GST) |
Obligations of licence holders
If you have a licence to sell explosives in Queensland, you must:
- sell only to people who have a licence to sell, store or use the explosive (not fireworks), or are authorised under the Explosives Regulation 2017 for the explosives endorsed on the licence
- for sale of security sensitive explosives, validate the licence of new and existing clients before the sale takes place
- not sell an explosive in a public place
- stop buying, possessing, storing and selling small arms ammunition if you cancel a licence to sell small arms ammunition, unless you're a licensed firearms dealer under the Weapons Act 1990
- keep records of explosives you buy and sell
- have a safety and security management system and security plan if the explosives are security-sensitive explosives.