The Balochistan government has lifted the ban on the issuance of new computerised non-prohibited bore (NPB) arms licences across the province, allowing applicants to apply for new licences under the prescribed rules.
According to an order issued by the Arms Section of the Balochistan Home Department on October 26, 2026, the ban on issuing new arms licences has been lifted with immediate effect.
The decision follows a relaxation of the previous order issued on July 15, 2026, and prior approval from the Chief Minister of Balochistan.
The new instructions will apply across the province and remain in force until further orders.
The Home Department has directed all relevant licensing authorities to strictly follow the prescribed rules and ensure complete verification through the digital licensing system.
The order also makes it clear that applications for new arms licences will only be processed through the computerised system. No manual applications or processing of physical arms licences will be allowed under the new arrangements.
The lifting of the ban will allow eligible applicants across Balochistan to seek new non-prohibited bore arms licences, subject to verification and compliance with the government’s licensing requirements.
The department has instructed the concerned authorities to ensure transparency and proper implementation of the revised licensing procedure.
