Customs specialist attorney, what procedures must be followed to import firearms, swords, and explosives?

Hello. I am a customs specialist attorney. To import items such as firearms, swords, and explosives, you must obtain permission from the relevant agency under the "Act on the Safety Management of Firearms, Swords, Explosives, etc."

Firearms and explosives require import permission from the Commissioner General of the National Police Agency or the Provincial Police Commissioner, while shotguns, swords, sprayers, crossbows, and pyrotechnics can be imported with permission from the Provincial Police Commissioner alone.

However, mock firearms are themselves prohibited from import under the relevant laws, so caution is required.

In addition, items for military use must obtain separate permission from the Defense Acquisition Program Administration under the "Defense Acquisition Program Act."

During import customs clearance, you must submit relevant supporting documents such as import permits issued by the relevant agency to customs for clearance to be possible, so it is important to accurately understand the procedures in advance.

Also, whether the item you inquired about is subject to import under the above laws should be confirmed by directly inquiring with relevant agencies such as the Police Agency's Public Order Division or the Defense Acquisition Program Administration.

As such, since the relevant laws are complex and the procedures required by each agency differ, it is good to seek the assistance of a customs specialist attorney.

Please note that thorough preparation before import greatly helps reduce legal risks and ensure smooth customs clearance.