Application for the issue of the Firearms transit waybill

Main information

Temporarily moving a firearm subject to registration, a PO category firearm, or an NO category firearm and ammunition for such firearms in quantities appropriate for the purpose of temporary use into the territory of the Czech Republic and using them for the specified purpose, unless they are military equipment under the Act on Foreign Trade in Military Equipment, is only possible on the basis of the Firearms transit waybill. This does not apply if the purpose of the cross-border movement is a business transfer in the field of arms and ammunition.

The Firearms transit waybill will be issued to the applicant by the representative office of the Czech Republic (in particular the embassy), the Police Presidium or a unit of the Police of the Czech Republic at a border crossing point (this applies only to border crossing points at the external border of the Schengen area, i.e. at international airports), if the applicant proves the purpose for which the temporary cross-border movement of the firearms or ammunition is to be carried out. The Firearms transit waybill is issued for a period corresponding to the period of temporary transfer and use of the firearms and ammunition, but for a maximum of one year.

The holder of the Firearms transit waybill is authorized to handle the firearms and ammunition specified in the Firearms transit waybill only to the extent and for the purposes specified in the Firearms transit waybill and is also obliged to comply with the other conditions specified in the Firearms transit waybill.

This applies to you if

You intend to temporary cross-border move a firearm subject to registration, a PO category firearm, or an NO category firearm and ammunition for such firearms in quantities appropriate for the purpose of temporary use into the territory of the Czech Republic.

When to use this service

Whenever you decide to temporarily cross-border move a firearm subject to registration, a PO category firearm or a NO category firearm and ammunition for them in an amount corresponding to the purpose of temporary use in the Czech Republic.

Vyřízení služby - osobně

What you need if you are using this service

A written application for the issuance of a Firearms transit waybill (no prescribed form or format), containing your personal details, information about firearms and ammunition that you intend to temporarily cross-border move to the Czech Republic, and stating the purpose for which you intend to temporarily cross-border move them to the Czech Republic (participation in a shooting competition, hunting, etc.).

Where and how to solve this service

You must deliver the completed application for a firearms pass in person or by mail to:

How much will you pay

You will pay an administrative fee of CZK 300 for processing an application for a Firearms transit waybill if the application is submitted to the Police Presidium of the Czech Republic.

If the application is submitted to a Czech embassy, you will pay an administrative fee of CZK 1,600 for processing the application for a Firearms transit waybill. Foreigners who come to the Czech Republic at the invitation or with the consent of the Czech government or the Czech Parliament are exempt from this fee. Persons participating in international competitions involving sport shooting are also exempt from the fee if the firearms are used in connection with this participation.

Vyřízení služby - elektronicky

What you need if you are using this service

A written application for the issuance of a Firearms transit waybill (no prescribed form or format), containing your personal details, information about firearms and ammunition that you intend to temporarily cross-border move to the Czech Republic, and stating the purpose for which you intend to temporarily cross-border move them to the Czech Republic (participation in a shooting competition, hunting, etc.).

Where and how to solve this service

The application can be submitted to a representative office of the Czech Republic (in particular the embassy) or the Police Presidium of the Czech Republic (Directorate of Firearms and Security Material) via:

  • data box, 
  • e-mail using a guaranteed electronic signature.

Contact details can be found on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic and on the website of the Czech Police.

How much will you pay

You will pay an administrative fee of CZK 300 for processing an application for a Firearms transit waybill if the application is submitted to the Police Presidium of the Czech Republic.

If the application is submitted to a Czech embassy, you will pay an administrative fee of CZK 1,600 for processing the application for a Firearms transit waybill. Foreigners who come to the Czech Republic at the invitation or with the consent of the Czech government or the Czech Parliament are exempt from this fee. Persons participating in international competitions involving sport shooting are also exempt from the fee if the firearms are used in connection with this participation.

Additional information

What is the benefit of this service

The issuance of a Firearms transit waybill entitles you to temporary cross-border move a firearm subject to registration, a PO category firearm, or an NO category firearm and ammunition for such firearms in quantities appropriate for the purpose of temporary use into the territory of the Czech Republic.

Appeal options

None

Legislation

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Frequently asked questions

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