Personal firearm importation

[shaemus]

Hi All

 

Has anyone manged to have their wife or GF import a personal firearm from Australia or similar. Its quite easy to export a personal firearm, i am just not sure on what happens when we land. I have read some thai government info in the past, i was searching for a more real life experience.

 

I want to import two firearms into the country as i am led to believe that weapons are much cheaper outside of the L.O.S.

 

Any help would be most appriciated

 

Shaemus

 

[carlyai]

You can probably do it, but there are a great selection of weapons here in Thailand to choose from.
It may be cheaper, not sure, but you have to be a member of a gun club, and I think it has to be registered in a Thai name. It's like everything, jump all the hurdles and you're OK.

I used to shoot with people in Pattaya, all legal and no problems.

There are some threads on gun ownership if I remember, but check out the Pattaya gun clubs if you don't get more responses.

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[12DrinkMore]

3 hours ago, shaemus said:

i am just not sure on what happens when we land

 

Presumably you are going to declare the weapons.

 

There are a few issues which will occur.

 

1. A licence is required to own a gun.

 

2. An import license will be required as handguns are restricted. 

 

3. Import tax is very high, which is the reason why handguns are so expensive in Thailand.

 

Good luck.

 

 

[LukKrueng]

Actually self import of firearms is not possible. There is a quota for import of guns and accessories as well. Many shop owners have to open 2nd, 3rd and 4th shops just to get more quota. 

If you try to order magazines or even spare parts from overseas you will be refused by the dealers once they learn you want it in Thailand

[thrilled]

You not only need A license,if your not A Thai national you need to go thru all kinds of hoops.It would be easier to buy one in Thailand.

[masuk]

Unlikely that anyone from Australia will bring one, as firearms are prohibited. 

Farmers, hunters and gun club members must be licenced.

[Formaleins]

The OP is asking whether it is possible for HIS THAI WIFE to import a firearm from Australia or similar, not himself! She is obviously a Thai National, so it is entirely possible that she can easily arrange the legal documents here in Thailand to own a firearm, the burning question is CAN SHE IMPORT ONE? I for one would be interested to know, maybe it is possible via a gun club?

[shaemus]

9 minutes ago, Formaleins said:

The OP is asking whether it is possible for HIS THAI WIFE to import a firearm from Australia or similar, not himself! She is obviously a Thai National, so it is entirely possible that she can easily arrange the legal documents here in Thailand to own a firearm, the burning question is CAN SHE IMPORT ONE? I for one would be interested to know, maybe it is possible via a gun club?

 

That right, it would be far to much hassle for me to attempt to own a firearm in Thailand. My wife can leave Australia with up to 4 licenced weapons under a Restricted Goods Permit. i was curious what happen upon arrival, obviously the weapons would be declared. 

 

Or may be it would be relevant to ask Does any one actually know the price of weapons or how to obtain a price list?

 

Thanks

[imaderbyfan]

52 minutes ago, shaemus said:

 

That right, it would be far to much hassle for me to attempt to own a firearm in Thailand. My wife can leave Australia with up to 4 licenced weapons under a Restricted Goods Permit. i was curious what happen upon arrival, obviously the weapons would be declared. 

 

Or may be it would be relevant to ask Does any one actually know the price of weapons or how to obtain a price list?

 

Thanks

I did look into the feasibility of my girlfriend owning a pistol maybe 6 years ago now.

I spoke to some police friends and they had a printed list of various firearms available to them, they told me it was fairly easy to arrange through them, as contacts.

From memory these weapons were not cheap.

Pistols and revolvers were available, Ruger, Glock, most common brands were listed, and , as I recall, prices started at around 60,000-70,000 baht, for a pretty basic Eastern European model.

I decided that, due to the cost, I would not take it any further.

Prices have no doubt increased since then. but if you are still considering buying here, a chat with a friendly policeman would be my suggestion.

[grollies]

21 minutes ago, imaderbyfan said:

I did look into the feasibility of my girlfriend owning a pistol maybe 6 years ago now.

I spoke to some police friends and they had a printed list of various firearms available to them, they told me it was fairly easy to arrange through them, as contacts.

From memory these weapons were not cheap.

Pistols and revolvers were available, Ruger, Glock, most common brands were listed, and , as I recall, prices started at around 60,000-70,000 baht, for a pretty basic Eastern European model.

I decided that, due to the cost, I would not take it any further.

Prices have no doubt increased since then. but if you are still considering buying here, a chat with a friendly policeman would be my suggestion.

S&W .38 B75,000

Glock 9mm B95,000

Price includes licence and 1 box of ammo.

 

The OP hasn't said what type of firearm though, handgun, rifle, shotgun..

[Kwasaki]

OP 22 pages of good info here and from one who knows.

 

I'd say leave em in OZ if your going back there.

If you are going to stay in Thailand l'd reckon on sell em. 

[shaemus]

5 hours ago, Kwasaki said:

OP 22 pages of good info here and from one who knows.

 

I'd say leave em in OZ if your going back there.

If you are going to stay in Thailand l'd reckon on sell em. 

 

That great info thanks very much.

[shaemus]

8 hours ago, grollies said:

S&W .38 B75,000

Glock 9mm B95,000

Price includes licence and 1 box of ammo.

 

The OP hasn't said what type of firearm though, handgun, rifle, shotgun..

I am looking into this gun, or something similar.

Its caused quite a buzz in Australia, and the 48" is $750 Aud. so if i compare the prices quoted above for different firearms, the difference is quite 

large in $ terms. I i compare the $ to hassle ratio. it works for me. 

My wife has some relatives who serve for the R.T.P. so i can take some advice from them. 

 

I thank you all for your input and i will take all your advice on board .

 

 

 

[grollies]

1 hour ago, shaemus said:

I am looking into this gun, or something similar.

Its caused quite a buzz in Australia, and the 48" is $750 Aud. so if i compare the prices quoted above for different firearms, the difference is quite 

large in $ terms. I i compare the $ to hassle ratio. it works for me. 

My wife has some relatives who serve for the R.T.P. so i can take some advice from them. 

 

I thank you all for your input and i will take all your advice on board .

 

 

 

A 5-shot pump action will set you back B45,000 pistol grip

 

You sport shooting?

 

Personally I wouldn't bother trying to import a firearm into Thailand, getting my Lanny here was bad enough.

[shaemus]

10 hours ago, grollies said:

A 5-shot pump action will set you back B45,000 pistol grip

 

You sport shooting?

 

Personally I wouldn't bother trying to import a firearm into Thailand, getting my Lanny here was bad enough.

 

There isn't much to shoot where i am, the local guys trawl the area with their homemade guns shooting anything that moves.

 

Its purely for peace of mind. Something i would rather be looking at than for, in some situations. 

 

Thanks for the pricing

[shaemus]

I found this article which was helpfull, just a little out of date maybe.

 

http://www.thailawforum.com/database1/thailand-gun-law.html

[Damrongsak]

11 hours ago, grollies said:

A 5-shot pump action will set you back B45,000 pistol grip

Just bought a Chinese Hawk Industries 20 gauge pump shotgun (Norinco - good stuff) here in the USA for 6,000 Baht out the door.  That was including 5% sales tax and background check fee.

 

"Thank God for guns, eh Jerry?"

 

 

[baansgr]

On ‎8‎/‎29‎/‎2017 at 6:30 PM, grollies said:

S&W .38 B75,000

Glock 9mm B95,000

Price includes licence and 1 box of ammo.

 

The OP hasn't said what type of firearm though, handgun, rifle, shotgun..

I would be interested to know where to purchase at these prices. Basic CZ75 costs 105,000 anything exotic such as Glock will set you back 145,000 upwards to almost 200K.

Police and Armed Services receive a 50% discount...or rather don't pay tax. Many people get a "friend" in the services to purchase on their behalf, however ownership cant be transfered to yourself for 5 years.

Ammunition is way expensive also, cheapest 9mm FMJ Thai Military reused is 15-20 baht 1 round.

Thais living abroad for an extended period are exempt from certain import duties, whether that covers firearms or not I don't know.

[grollies]

1 hour ago, baansgr said:

I would be interested to know where to purchase at these prices. Basic CZ75 costs 105,000 anything exotic such as Glock will set you back 145,000 upwards to almost 200K.

Police and Armed Services receive a 50% discount...or rather don't pay tax. Many people get a "friend" in the services to purchase on their behalf, however ownership cant be transfered to yourself for 5 years.

Ammunition is way expensive also, cheapest 9mm FMJ Thai Military reused is 15-20 baht 1 round.

Thais living abroad for an extended period are exempt from certain import duties, whether that covers firearms or not I don't know.

Prices quoted two months ago. Viewed all above. He also had a Czech 9mm for B80,0000 but didn't like the action. Glock is police-issue weapon. Not planning on buying lots of ammunition, just home security.

 

Due to the sensitivity of the issue I'm not divulging where these are sold, sorry.

[baansgr]

1 hour ago, grollies said:

Prices quoted two months ago. Viewed all above. He also had a Czech 9mm for B80,0000 but didn't like the action. Glock is police-issue weapon. Not planning on buying lots of ammunition, just home security.

 

Due to the sensitivity of the issue I'm not divulging where these are sold, sorry.

Firearm sales are very regulated in Thailand and one can not purchase without first obtaining a right to purchase from their Tessabhan, then on purchase applying for a holding and if you wish a transit licence The licence is not issued by the supplier. You re required to prove to the Tessabhan why you require a weapon which in most cases means showing them, gold and other valubles. Cost for both licenecs is approx. 7,000. If someone is selling at discounted prices including a "licence" I would be very dubious of the legality concerning the weapon. You yourself not divulging where,  obviously confirms the source is not 100% legal. I would be quite happy to divulge where you can buy any sidearm and the prices, tel no, address etc of the suppliers based in BKK.

[grollies]

16 minutes ago, baansgr said:

Firearm sales are very regulated in Thailand and one can not purchase without first obtaining a right to purchase from their Tessabhan, then on purchase applying for a holding and if you wish a transit licence The licence is not issued by the supplier. You re required to prove to the Tessabhan why you require a weapon which in most cases means showing them, gold and other valubles. Cost for both licenecs is approx. 7,000. If someone is selling at discounted prices including a "licence" I would be very dubious of the legality concerning the weapon. You yourself not divulging where,  obviously confirms the source is not 100% legal. I would be quite happy to divulge where you can buy any sidearm and the prices, tel no, address etc of the suppliers based in BKK.

Fair enough.

[Honkie]

How about blank guns ？Does all the requirements apply?