What is a Competency Certificate?
(a) A Certificate of Competency (COC) is the certificate issued by the Small Business Administration (SBA) stating that the holder is responsible (with respect to all elements of responsibility, including, but not limited to, capability, competency, capacity, credit, integrity, perseverance, tenacity, and limitations …
How Long Is A Competency Certificate Valid In South Africa
5 years
Competency renewalThe Firearms Control Act dictates that competency certificates need to periodically be renewed. The rule of thumb used is that competency certificates are valid for 5 years if there are no firearms licensed in that particular class of firearm.
How long is competency valid in South Africa?
Your SAPS is linked to your longest valid license’s expiry date, even though there may be a different expiry date on the competency certificate. Competency for a handgun is valid for 5 years and for a rifle, shotgun, or self-loading rifle is valid for 10 years.
How long does it take to get a competency certificate in South Africa?
12-15 weeks
How long will the Competence and firearm license take from the SAPS? It depends on the load they have, approximately and normally 12-15 weeks for the competence and another 3-6 weeks for the license. Follow up with your DFO.
Can I buy a gun with a competency certificate in South Africa?
If you want to own a firearm, you must undergo training at an accredited institution and obtain a training proficiency certificate. Once you have obtained the competency certificate, you can apply for a firearm license at your nearest police station. You need a license for every firearm that you possess.