Traveling with paintball-related equipment internationally
Ok, so I know that as far the as USA is concerned (from TSA.gov) paintball markers are not considered "weapons/firearms" and you can put them in checked luggage. CO2 or compressed air tanks can even go in carry-on as long as you remove the regulator and the tank is visibly open.
However, my question is are these rules for paintball equipment the same internationally? I know in some countries, paintball is not widely popular. Where can I find out more information so I don't run into issues with security agents at the destination airport?
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Can I travel with a paintball gun?
Paintball guns and other compressed air guns, as well as replicas of firearms are allowed on planes but they must be properly packed in your checked luggage. Compressed air guns may be carried in your checked baggage without the air cylinder attached.How do you travel with a paintball tank?
Carry-on and Checked LuggagePaintball tanks may be taken as carry-on luggage included in checked luggage with the requirement that the valves are first removed. TSA requires a visual inspection of each tank to ensure that it is empty and this requires that the tank has an opening on one side.Can you carry a paintball gun UK?
Are Paintball Guns Legal in the UK? In short, yes. The paintball industry uses the air weapons section of the Firearms Act 1968 to regulate the sport.Can you take a paintball gun to Mexico?
Yes, as long as they are not converted from firearms that incorporate the frame or receiver of a firearm, (i.e. a converted AK 47). Make sure the vendor clearly states it is an air soft, paintball, etc.Travel with Your Paintball Gear \u0026 Other Travel Tips | Lone Wolf Paintball Michigan
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