Permanent import and export of weapons, silencers and ammunition
Imports and exports of weapons, silencers and ammunition must always be reported to Swedish Customs. The provisions depend on whether the importation or exportation takes place within the EU or outside the EU.
Temporary or permanent importation or exportation?
The provisions for import and export of weapons depend on whether the weapons are permanently or temporarily imported or exported. For example:
- Temporary imports or exports may be done for hunting or competition purposes.
- Permanent imports or exports may occur in conjunction with a move to or from Sweden.
What classifies as a weapon?
Weapons are defined in the Weapons Act (1996:67).
Weapons Act (1996:67) (in Swedish)
Rules for silencers
Silencers are not classified as firearms, but are regulated in much the same way as ammunition. Anyone with a firearms licence may, without special permission, possess silencers that are suitable for their weapon.
Silencers – Swedish Police Authority (in Swedish)
How should I submit my notification?
The notification process depends on whether it concerns importation or exportation, and whether it involves an EU member state or a third country.
Registering permanent import of weapons, silencers and ammunition
To Sweden from an EU Member State
Applying for a permit
A permit from the Swedish Police Authority is required.
Permanent import and export of firearms – The Swedish Police Authority
Notifying Swedish Customs
You or your carrier are recommended to give advance notification to Swedish Customs of any weapons, silencers and ammunition that you intend to carry.
- Notify Swedish Customs at least 24 hours before taking weapons, silencers and ammunition across the border. Please complete the forms below.
- Please e-mail your forms to vapendeklaration@tullverket.se
The weapon is transported by a carrier
You are responsible for ensuring that the carrier presents your goods, together with any applicable authorisations and forms, to Swedish Customs at the border.
You transport your weapon yourself
You need to present the following to Swedish Customs at the border:
- The “Details of importation or exportation of firearms and ammunition for a purpose other than temporary hunting or competition” form (original copy)
- Weapon licence issued by the Swedish Police Authority
- The carried weapons, silencers and ammunition.
We will verify that the information corresponds to the carried weapons and your permit from the Swedish Police Authority.
Forms
The country from which you travel may place export restrictions on weapons, silencers and ammunition. Please contact the relevant embassy or competent authority.
To Sweden from a country outside the EU
Applying for a permit
A permit from the Swedish Police Authority is required.
Permanent import and export of firearms – The Swedish Police Authority
Notifying Swedish Customs
The weapon is transported by a carrier
You are responsible for ensuring that the carrier presents your goods, together with any applicable authorisations and forms, to Swedish Customs at the border.
You transport your weapon yourself
You need to present the following to Swedish Customs at the border:
- The Single Administrative Document form (SAD)
- The “Details of importation or exportation of firearms and ammunition for a purpose other than temporary hunting or competition” form (original copy)
- Weapon licence issued by the Swedish Police Authority
- The carried weapons, silencers and ammunition.
We will verify that the information corresponds to the carried weapons and your permit from the Swedish Police Authority.
Blanketter
The Single Administrative Document form (SAD)
How to complete the single administrative document when you import or export a weapon
The country from which you travel may place export restrictions on weapons, silencers and ammunition. Please contact the relevant embassy or competent authority.
Registering permanent export of weapons, silencers and ammunition
From Sweden to an EU Member State
Applying for a permit
A permit from the Swedish Police Authority is required.
Permanent import and export of firearms – The Swedish Police Authority
Notifying Swedish Customs
You or your carrier are recommended to give advance notification to Swedish Customs of any weapons, silencers and ammunition that you intend to carry.
- Notify Swedish Customs at least 24 hours before taking weapons, silencers and ammunition across the border. Please complete the forms below.
- Please e-mail your forms to vapendeklaration@tullverket.se
The weapon is transported by a carrier
You are responsible for ensuring that the carrier presents your goods, together with any applicable authorisations and forms, to Swedish Customs at the border.
You transport your weapon yourself
You need to present the following to Swedish Customs at the border:
- The “Details of importation or exportation of firearms and ammunition for a purpose other than temporary hunting or competition” form (original copy)
- A permit from the Swedish Police Authority
- The carried weapons, silencers and ammunition.
We will verify that the information corresponds to the carried weapons and your permit from the Swedish Police Authority.
Forms
The country to which you travel may place import restrictions on weapons, silencers and ammunition. Please contact the relevant embassy or competent authority.
From Sweden to a country outside the EU
Applying for a permit
You will need a permit from the Inspectorate of Strategic Products.
Notifying Swedish Customs
The weapon is transported by a carrier
You are responsible for ensuring that the carrier presents your goods, together with any applicable authorisations and forms, to Swedish Customs at the border.
You transport your weapon yourself
You need to present the following to Swedish Customs at the border:
- The Single Administrative Document form (SAD)
- The “Details of importation or exportation of firearms and ammunition for a purpose other than temporary hunting or competition” form (original copy)
- Authorisation from the Inspectorate for Strategic Products (ISP)
- The carried weapons, silencers and ammunition.
We will verify that the information corresponds to the carried weapons and your permit from the Inspectorate of Strategic Products (ISP).
Forms
The Single Administrative Document form (SAD)
How to complete the single administrative document when you import or export a weapon
The country to which you travel may place import restrictions on weapons, silencers and ammunition. Please contact the relevant embassy or competent authority.
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