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Can you take a firearm across the border?
When you reach the border, be cooperative with customs agents. Loaded weapons are not allowed across the border under any circumstances. Ammunition must be stored separately or locked up. The firearm must be placed somewhere that is out of reach of the driver and passengers.
Can you bring guns through US customs?
The FFL must obtain an import permit from ATF to import or bring into the U.S. any firearm. Surplus military firearms are generally prohibited from importation into the U.S. except for certain curio or relic surplus military firearms imported by licensed importers only.
Can you take a gun into Canada from us?
Handguns are considered restricted firearms in Canada. A restricted firearm may be brought into Canada, but an Authorization to Transport permit must be obtained in advance. Non-restricted firearms include most ordinary hunting rifles and shotguns. Prohibited firearms are not allowed into Canada.
Can you cross a paintball gun to Mexico?
Yes, as long as they are not converted from firearms that incorporate the frame or receiver of a firearm, (i.e. a converted AK 47). Make sure the vendor clearly states it is an air soft, paintball, etc.
Who can carry a gun on a plane?
Requirements. Within the U.S., you can only travel with firearms and ammunition, including pellet and BB guns, in your checked bags if you’re over 18 years old. You must check them with an agent at check-in and declare that you’re traveling with firearms and ammunition.
Can you take a gun across the border to Mexico?
No, Mexican Federal Law strictly forbids possession of any firearms or ammunition without proper authorization by the Mexican authorities and is considered a “federal firearms offense”.
Are airguns legal in Mexico?
Non-explosive arms like air rifles may be imported without any special permits; as may accessories for air rifles (e.g. pellets). —all require an import permit. Note also that night-vision sight equipment, pepper spray, and taser guns are on the restricted items list, and will also require a permit to import.