How to obtain a weapon license through Diia?

The state digital service Diia has long proven its usefulness and convenience. Nevertheless, it continues to improve and expand. Among the latest changes is the ability to apply for a gun license. It is worth doing this if only to avoid carrying a paper version with you, as the document will always be at hand on your smartphone.

How to obtain a gun license in Diia?

If you own any type of weapon, then the question of how to obtain a weapon permit through Diia will definitely be relevant. And you can do this in just a couple of minutes. Just follow a few simple steps:

• update the app to the latest version;

• go to the “Documents” section;

• find the “Add document” service at the end of the list;

• select “Weapon permit.”

The document will quickly appear in the app. However, this is only possible if your weapon is already in the Unified Register of Weapons (URW) and has an RNOICP confirmation. In this case, the weapon permit in Diia will have the same legal force as its paper version.

Renewal of a weapon license

Unfortunately, even though the permit may already be displayed in the app, it is not yet possible to renew a gun permit in it. Therefore, you will still have to submit an application for renewal in the old way, through the so-called “Single Window for Citizens.” You can find it on the official website of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Alternatively, you can visit your local National Police office in person. If you have an electronic weapon permit, the app will remind you when it is about to expire.

How much does a weapon license cost?

It is impossible to say exactly how much a gun license costs. After all, the cost in Ukraine is not fixed. It depends on the type of weapon and even the region. Approximately, all official services and fees for the state procedure can cost around 500 UAH. However, private assistance will cost more. And that's without taking into account the purchase of a safe, which is not cheap. The process itself and the documents required for it will be determined by the National Police and, of course, Ukrainian legislation.

How to get gun insurance?

And, of course, in addition to obtaining a gun license, you must also insure your weapon. Unfortunately, Dія does not yet offer this option, nor does it offer online gun permits. However, you can quickly and easily purchase weapon insurance on the KIRINS insurance agent website. Incidentally, you will also need a policy to renew or obtain a permit.