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This page has been constructed to provide avenues to follow; BASC is not able to advise on foreign laws due to the complexity of keeping our library accurately up to date. Definitive answers about foreign firearms and hunting laws should be obtained from the embassy or consulate of the country concerned.
To find a foreign embassy in the UK click here
This guidance covers export of firearms and ammunition by UK firearm and shotgun certificate holders, as well as firearms dealers. This guidance does not cater for the Channel Islands, Northern Ireland or Isle of Man; for further details Click Here.
This guidance covers export of firearms and ammunition by UK firearm and shotgun certificate holders as well as firearms dealers. This guidance does not cater for the Channel Islands, Northern Ireland or Isle of Man; for further details Click Here.
Guidance and Factsheets Looking for Airgun Advice? Learn more Home Office Firearms Guidance Click here to view the Home Office guidance on firearms licensing law Click here to view the Home office Firearms Security Handbook 2020 General Guidance Firearm Energy Comparisons – Advice for Enquiry Officers Approval criteria for rifle and muzzle loading pistol clubs
Applying for a firearm/shotgun certificate Certificate Renewals Firearms Dealer Forms Explosive Forms For Visitor’s firearm & shotgun permits Firearms & Shotgun Forms Home Office Forms Northern Ireland Firearms licensing contacts (England and Wales) Downloadable firearms forms New application forms came into effect on 1 Nov 2021 and are available below
Violent Crime Reduction Act The Violent Crime Reduction Act 2006 received royal assent in November 2006. This page aims to provide clarification of complex issues in detail. For further information call BASC’s firearms department on 01244-573010 ACPO & BASC Guide to the Violent Crime Reduction Act 2006 Please note that
