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Firearms and weapons


The importation of firearms is strictly controlled and a New Zealand Police permit to import is required. This permit should be obtained prior to the firearms arriving in New Zealand. The importation of certain types of weapons such as flick knives, butterfly knives, swordsticks, knuckle-dusters and any weapon designed to give the appearance of another article is prohibited.

Further information regarding the import and export of firearms, and offensive weapons can be obtained from the New Zealand Police at www.police.govt.nz/service/firearms/ or by phoning +64-4-474 9499.