Can you bring a weapon to India?

• Weapons

  prohibited

  Import of firearms is prohibited. Import of cartridges/ammunition in excess of 50 rounds is also prohibited. A narrow exception exists for 0.177 bore air guns and air pistols, which may be imported free of restriction only by shooters registered with a Rifle Club or a District/State/National Rifle Association.

  Not a realistic route for an ordinary tourist — the air-gun exception requires registered-shooter status with a recognised Indian rifle association, not something a visiting traveler is likely to hold.

  Also covers: weapons, firearms, guns, ammunition

  Checked 2026-08-13 — Source: Chennai Customs Zone (CBIC) — Passenger Clearance FAQ (duty-free allowances, prohibited/restricted goods)

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Informational only — not legal advice. Customs rules change; confirm with the official source above before you travel. See update history