Why take the Restricted PAL Course?

I think I only want the Non Restricted PAL. Why should I also take the Restricted Course?

The Restricted status on your PAL is good for life so it makes sense to take it right after your Non Restricted course, while you’re at it.

Yes, you can take the Restricted Course later. It just means applying for your PAL with references all over again as if it was the first time. If you do it this way you’ll also have to pay the licence application fee again.

Essentially taking both courses streamlines the application process.

Many people believe that you have to get a permit every time you want to take your handgun to the range. This is not the case. When you buy a restricted firearm the authorization to transport your firearm to the range is added to your licence.