r/canadaguns • u/AutoModerator • Aug 21 '22

Weekly Newbies & FAQ Thread - Post your questions here for PAL/RPAL application, timelines, CFSC/CFSRC, references & requirements, or general new to firearms ownership -type questions

This thread will be used for the "new"-type questions, PAL/RPAL applications, references, CFSC/CFRSC requirements, storage/transport, or other general "new-to-me" firearms ownership questions.

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u/Melot9145 Aug 22 '22

So I just did my non restricted course and just mailed my documents today. What is the timeline I will be expecting to get my pal license?

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u/BuzzJr1 Combloc connoisseur Aug 22 '22

Long :/ expect 6 months if everything was filled out correctly

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u/Melot9145 Aug 22 '22

6 months… that’s a very long time and not fun. Hopefully filled everything out properly.

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u/BuzzJr1 Combloc connoisseur Aug 22 '22

The main thing that hangs people up is that they don’t accept Visa Debit, so if you paid by different means you should be good

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u/Melot9145 Aug 22 '22

I used Mastercard so I should be good. I’m still waiting for my new card to come in so I used my mothers, does that make a difference? We both have the same last name so I don’t see why that would be.

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u/BuzzJr1 Combloc connoisseur Aug 22 '22

You should be fine as far as I know

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u/Melot9145 Aug 22 '22

Well then I guess I’ll have to play the waiting game. Do you also know how long it will take before I can check my application status?

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u/BuzzJr1 Combloc connoisseur Aug 22 '22

Unfortunately I do not off the top of my head, I’m sure someone else will chime in though

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u/Melot9145 Aug 22 '22

I’m sure someone will. Thanks for your help though!

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u/Sticky_3pk Aug 22 '22

I got ahold of the RCMP regarding this about 2 weeks ago. They told me expect 7-8 weeks minimum before I see status online.

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u/[deleted] Aug 22 '22

3 months until it shows up online, than another 1-3 months for approval.

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u/Melot9145 Aug 23 '22

Well that’s not fun. Well whatever at least it’s sent off.