Firearms → India

Arms Act restricts all firearms; import permit extremely difficult

Details

India restricts firearm ownership under the Arms Act 1959. Import of firearms requires an extremely difficult to obtain import licence. Foreign nationals cannot import firearms except for approved sporting events with prior government authorization. Penalties include imprisonment up to 7 years.

Quantity limit

Prohibited without import licence

Legal reference

Arms Act 1959

Practical advice

Import licence extremely difficult to obtain. Foreign nationals should not attempt to bring firearms.

Customs authority

Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) · https://www.cbic.gov.in