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Are Airguns Legal in Jordan?
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 Jordan is on that part of owning or transferring an airgun, from permissive (green) to firearm-level (red).
ClassificationUnclear
Age rule18+
PossessionVariable
Transfer / saleVariable
TransportVariable
AuthorityUnclear
Before you buy or sell
- Weapons import requires Ministry/Public Security permission.
- No airgun-specific exemption surfaced.
- Do not rely on sporting/hunting assumptions without written approval.
The rules in detail
Classification
Unclear
Jordan is a permit-oriented weapons jurisdiction. Customs and moving guidance indicate weapons, firearms, and ammunition require permission from the Ministry of Interior / Public Security Directorate; no clean airgun-specific exemption surfaced.
Age rule
18+
18+ practical adult baseline; exact airgun-specific age rule unresolved.
Possession
Variable
Treat airguns, especially realistic or high-power air rifles, as weapon-like items requiring local confirmation. Do not classify as freely possessed without a Jordanian source confirming the carveout.
Transfer / sale
Variable
Import and transfer of weapons are permission-controlled. Retail/private treatment for low-power airguns requires local confirmation.
Transport
Variable
Transport only unloaded, cased, and documented. Public carry/display is unsafe legally.
Authority
Unclear
National weapons/import controls through Ministry of Interior and Public Security Directorate.
Hunting with an airgun
Unresolved / likely restricted.
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
Do not import an airgun without written permission from Jordanian customs and the Ministry of Interior / Public Security Directorate. General customs guidance requires permission for weapons, firearms, and ammunition.
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.