Renew a Jagdschein in Bremen
Observe deadlines, submit documents and avoid the consequences of delay.
Responsible authority
The Ordnungsamt der Hansestadt Bremen, Referat 11 (Waffen- und Jagdangelegenheiten) is responsible for the renewal.
- Address: Stresemannstraße 48, 28207 Bremen
- Telephone: (0421) 361-2144
- Email: waffenundjagd@ordnungsamt.bremen.de
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Deadlines
| Date | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1 April | Start of the new hunting year |
| 15 February | Earliest date for renewal |
| 31 March | End of the current hunting year |
| 9. calendar week | From then on, renewal by post is possible |
Important: Renew in good time before 31 March to remain continuously entitled to hunt.
How to apply
In person
You attend the Ordnungsamt, fill in the form and, if you meet the requirements, receive the renewed hunting licence directly.
By post
From calendar week 9., you can submit the documents by post. The renewed hunting licence will be sent back. Allow sufficient time for postal delivery.
Required documents
- Valid ID card or passport
- Existing hunting licence
- Proof of hunting liability insurance (for the entire period of validity)
- Passport photo required only for reissue
Fees
| Type of hunting licence | Fee |
|---|---|
| Day hunting licence | 24,00 EUR |
| Annual hunting licence | 93,33 EUR |
| 3-year hunting licence | 199,00 EUR |
| Falconer hunting licence (with existing JS) | 12,00 EUR/year |
Consequences of late renewal
If you do not renew in time, serious consequences may arise:
- Not entitled to hunt: From 1 April you may not hunt without a valid hunting licence
- Hunting lease agreements: May expire under § 13 BJagdG
- Consequences under firearms law: Your reliability may be called into question
- Measures by the firearms authority: Revocation and confiscation possible
- Additional costs: If reissued, the requirements will be checked again
Loss of the hunting licence
In the event of loss or theft:
- Report the loss immediately to the Ordnungsamt
- Replacement copy costs 18,00 EUR
- ID card and, if applicable, a statutory declaration are required
- The replacement certificate replaces the lost hunting licence. The term corresponds to the originally approved period of validity
Let the hunting licence lapse
There is no formal suspension function. In practice, you can:
- Simply not apply for renewal
- The hunting licence expires on 31 March
- If you take it up again: new hunting licence with the requirements checked again
Caution: If you possess firearms, the lack of a hunting licence may affect your reliability under firearms law.
Special cases
- Falconer hunting licence: May be granted in addition to the hunting licence. Renewal is subject to a separate annual fee (12 EUR/year with an existing hunting licence).
- Criminal proceedings and reliability: The authority may refuse renewal or impose conditions if there are doubts about reliability or suitability. Revocation and confiscation are possible at any time if indications arise subsequently.
Frequently asked questions
When do I have to renew my hunting licence in Bremen?
The hunting year runs from 1 April to 31 March. From 15 February you can apply for renewal. Renew before 31 March to remain continuously entitled to hunt.
What documents do I need for renewal?
You need: a valid ID card or passport, your hunting licence and proof of hunting liability insurance for the entire period of validity.
What happens if I renew too late?
Without a valid hunting licence, from 1 April you are not entitled to hunt. Hunting lease agreements may expire. Your reliability under firearms law may be called into question.
Can I apply for renewal by post?
Yes, from calendar week 9. you can submit the application, hunting licence and proof of insurance by post. The renewed hunting licence will be sent back.