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Are Airguns Legal in Bangladesh?
Yes, but heavily regulated.
Legal in principle, yet the compliance burden is high — often firearm-grade steps for the airguns most people actually want.
Tier 2 — Major Restrictions
Full firearms-licence regime for the airguns most enthusiasts would actually buy.
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The picture at a glance
Each measure below scores how restrictive Bangladesh is on that part of owning or transferring an airgun, from permissive (green) to firearm-level (red).
ClassificationThreshold-based
Age rule25+ / 30+
PossessionVariable
Transfer / saleLicensed dealer process
TransportCased
AuthorityNational statute
The rules in detail
Classification
Threshold-based
Arms Act 1878 (colonial-era): legal only for sporting purposes, with muzzle velocity restricted to under 700 fps.
Age rule
25+ / 30+
25+ minimum age for general firearms.
Possession
Variable
Licensing required and described as lengthy and difficult.
Transfer / sale
Licensed dealer process
Through licensed dealers.
Transport
Cased
Cased.
Authority
National statute
National statute.
Import & travel
Local & import notes
Visitor procedure
Penalties up to 10 years' imprisonment for unlicensed possession.
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This is a plain-language summary compiled from primary statutes and official guidance, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules vary, so verify the current rules with the relevant authority before buying, selling, or hunting.