

Visitors who do not hold a valid Canadian firearms licence or registration certificate for their restricted firearm must: Once confirmed by a border services officer, the declaration has the same effect as a temporary licence for the firearms for up to 60 days. complete Form RCMP 5589: Non-Resident Firearm Declaration (this form acts as the visitors firearms licence while in Canada).If you do not hold a valid Canadian firearms licence, you must: If you are importing non-restricted firearms and you hold a valid Canadian firearms licence, you will need to show the licence to a border services officer. protection against wildlife in remote areas (limited to non-restricted firearms only).in transit movement, i.e., moving in the most direct route possible from point A to point B, through Canada.hunting during hunting season (limited to non-restricted firearms only).Valid purposes can include (but are not limited to) the following: To import firearms into Canada you must have a valid purpose. Note: Persons under 18 years of age cannot import firearms. However, anyone importing firearms to Canada must be at least 18 years of age. There are different rules that apply depending on whether you are a visitor or a Canadian resident and depending on the type of firearm you are importing. If you need information about importing a specific firearm or weapon, contact the Canadian Firearms Program or the Border Information Service. If you do not declare the firearm or are untruthful, the CBSA may seize it, and you may face criminal charges and/or monetary penalties. Alternatively, the border services officer may detain the firearm, issue you a receipt and allow you a reasonable amount of time to present the correct documents to the CBSA.

If you have declared firearms but cannot meet the import requirements, or you do not have the proper documents, the border services officer may at his or her discretion and dependant on the availability of services at the port of entry, allow you to export the firearm from Canada. The border services officer will also review your documents and may verify that the firearms you have matches the ones described on the documents. They must be satisfied that you have a valid reason for bringing firearms into Canada, and may check to ensure that you have stored your firearms properly for transportation. The border services officer may verify your declaration. Procedures for individuals importing firearmsĭeclare all firearms to a border services officer when you arrive at the border, provide all documents required (as listed below), and answer all questions truthfully. Procedures for individuals exporting firearms.Procedures for individuals importing firearms.Import and export a firearm or weapon into CanadaĬanada's firearms laws help make Canada safer for residents and visitors.
