PAL Application Guide — Form CFP 2131 Explained
The PAL application uses RCMP Form CFP 2131 — Application for a Licence. You complete this form after passing your safety course, attach passport photos, pay the fee, and mail it to your provincial Chief Firearms Office. Errors or omissions cause the most common processing delays.
| Entity | Attribute | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Application Form | Number | CFP 2131 |
| Form Source | RCMP Website | cfp-pcaf.gc.ca |
| Photos Required | Count | Two passport-style |
| Photo Age | Maximum | Taken within 6 months |
| Application Method | Current | Mail only |
| Payment Types | Accepted | Cheque or money order payable to "Receiver General for Canada" |
| Spousal Notice | Timing | RCMP sends — you do not send it |
Where Do You Get Form CFP 2131?
Download Form CFP 2131 from the RCMP Canadian Firearms Program website at cfp-pcaf.gc.ca/en/lic-per/form/2131. You can also call 1-800-731-4000 to request a paper copy by mail. Your CFSC instructor may also provide the form at the end of your safety course.
What Are Common Mistakes on the PAL Application?
Common mistakes include: missing or incorrect photos (wrong size, taken too long ago), using personal cheques instead of certified cheques, leaving criminal history questions blank instead of writing "No", incorrect mailing address, missing signatures, and not including your course completion certificate.
Where Do You Mail Your PAL Application?
Mail your completed CFP 2131 to your provincial Chief Firearms Office (CFO). Each province has its own CFO address. Note that applications mailed to the wrong province will be redirected, causing delays. Your CFSC instructor or the RCMP website provides the correct mailing address for your province.