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Last Update 04.07.2026
1. How to transport firearms and ammunition?
the law provides a maximum amount of guns and ammo that can be temporarily imported, for the purpose of hunting or sport shooting (the amounts are slightly different depending on the case). Said ammo and guns can be transported as long as they are unloaded, separate from the ammunition, and in a condition that renders it impractical to access the gun in a short amount of time.
2. How to store firearms and ammunition in a hotel/appartment/camper?
The guns should always follow the shooter, It is not allowable to store them anywhere if the owner is not nearby.
3. What kind of Firearms and ammunition are considered prohibited and should not be brought into the country? Do foreign exemption apply?
The brand and caliber of the gun must be included in the list at https://www.bancoprova.it/it/classificazione-armi_classificate/
– fully automatic firearms
-semiautomatic pistols in military rifle calibers i.e. AR15 shorter than 60cm
4. What kind of accessories for Firearms is prohibited and should not be brought into the country? Do foreign exemption apply?
-suppressors
-devices that can render a gun capable of fully automatic fire
-Magazines for centerfire calibers greater than 10 rounds for rifles and 20 for handguns, However, there are exemptions for sporting use. In that case, you need to make sure such an exemption has been made in the catalogue (Kat A7) https://www.bancoprova.it/it/classificazione-armi_classificate/
5. Does Austria require additional Documents for traveling with the EFP, Passport and Invitation?
No additional documents are required beyond the ones mentioned above. It is critical to have them on you, otherwise your firearms, magazines and ammunition will be confiscated!
6. How long can one stay with the firearms in the country while traveling
90 days
7. Are there any other restrictions that apply?
You must not bring more than 5 firearms!