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Are Airguns Legal in Tanzania?
Yes, but heavily regulated.
Legal in principle, but the compliance burden is high, often with firearm-grade steps for the airguns most people 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 Tanzania is on that part of owning or transferring an airgun, from permissive (green) to firearm-level (red).
ClassificationThreshold-based
Age ruleAdult / unspecified
PossessionLicence required
Transfer / saleLicensed dealer process
TransportCased
AuthorityNational statute
The rules in detail
Classification
Threshold-based
Firearms and Ammunition Control Act, 2015 (Cap. 223 R.E. 2023) regulates firearms. It defines "airgun" (compressed gas, calibre under 5.6 mm/.22) but sets no separate airgun regime, and its "firearm" definition is inclusive; treat airguns as captured.
Age rule
Adult / unspecified
Adult licensing.
Possession
Licence required
Police licensing required for visiting hunters.
Transfer / sale
Licensed dealer process
Through licensed dealers.
Transport
Cased
Cased.
Authority
National statute
National statute.
Hunting with an airgun
Unresolved: hunting tourism is well-developed via licensed outfitters, but airgun use for game was not confirmed.
Deer
Unresolved / not addressed
Not listed
Turkey
Unresolved / not addressed
Not listed
Small game
Unresolved / not addressed
Not listed
Predators
Unresolved / not addressed
Not listed
Other big game
Unresolved / not addressed
Not listed
Import & travel
Local & import notes
Visitor procedure
Outfitter-managed temporary import paperwork is standard.
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This is a plain-language summary compiled from primary statutes and official guidance. It isn't legal advice. Laws change and local rules vary, so verify the current rules with the relevant authority before buying, selling, or hunting.