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Are Airguns Legal in Greece?
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.
GR
The picture at a glance
Each measure below scores how restrictive Greece is on that part of owning or transferring an airgun, from permissive (green) to firearm-level (red).
ClassificationUnclear
Age rule18+
PossessionVariable
Transfer / saleDealer records
TransportVariable
AuthorityNational statute
Before you buy or sell
- Public carry treated as illegal firearm possession.
- Reported scope and silencer bans.
The rules in detail
Classification
Unclear
Framework is ambiguous. Some sources suggest no explicit power limit; others indicate strict treatment.
Age rule
18+
18+ and EU resident for purchase.
Possession
Variable
Carrying airguns in public is treated similarly to illegal firearm possession.
Transfer / sale
Dealer records
EU resident purchasers only; dealer records.
Transport
Variable
Effectively use-restricted; range or private property only.
Authority
National statute
National statute.
Hunting with an airgun
Hunting with airguns is strictly prohibited.
Deer
Unresolved / not addressed
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Turkey
Unresolved / not addressed
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Small game
Unresolved / not addressed
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Predators
Unresolved / not addressed
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Other big game
Unresolved / not addressed
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Import & travel
Local & import notes
Visitor procedure
Silencers and scopes are reportedly banned by law. Legal framework around visitor airgun import is opaque — verify with Greek police before any trip.
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.