Yes, airsoft guns are legal in the Czech Republic under strict conditions. Ownership requires a firearms license (Category D) or participation in registered airsoft clubs, with mandatory orange tips and compliance with 2026 EU harmonization rules. Local police approval and secure storage are mandatory.
Key Regulations for Airsoft Guns in Czech Republic
- Firearms License Requirement: Airsoft guns are classified as Category D firearms under the Act on Firearms and Ammunition (2002/2023). Owners must obtain a license from the Police of the Czech Republic (Policie ČR), demonstrating a clean criminal record and legitimate purpose (e.g., sport or collection).
- Physical Modifications: All airsoft guns must retain an orange tip (minimum 1 cm diameter) on the barrel’s visible end per EU Directive 2023/1542. Internal modifications altering muzzle velocity beyond 0.5 Joules are prohibited without additional permits.
- Club Membership & Storage: Use in public spaces is restricted to registered airsoft clubs (Český svaz airsoftu). Unused firearms must be stored in a locked safe with ammunition separately secured, as mandated by § 24 of the Firearms Act.