It is strictly regulated.
Airsoft guns are legal in Malaysia only if they meet specific criteria under the Arms Act 1960 and Firearms (Security) Regulations 2003, enforced by the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM). Replicas must be non-firing, have orange-tipped barrels, and be registered with PDRM’s Firearms Licensing Division. Unlicensed possession risks confiscation, fines, or imprisonment under Section 5 of the Arms Act.
Key Regulations for Airsoft Guns in Malaysia
- Licensing Requirement: Owners must obtain a Firearms Licence (Pistol/Revolver) or Airsoft Licence from PDRM’s Firearms Licensing Division, requiring background checks, proof of membership in a licensed airsoft club, and compliance with storage protocols.
- Physical Modifications: Guns must have a minimum 20mm orange tip (or equivalent) and lack functional firing mechanisms; modifications to resemble real firearms are prohibited under the Arms (Restriction of Use of Imitation Firearms) Regulations 2018.
- Storage & Transportation: Licensed airsoft guns must be stored in a locked cabinet with ammunition separate, and transported disassembled or in opaque containers, per PDRM’s 2023 circular on replica firearm handling.
Recent 2026 amendments to the Arms Act introduce stricter penalties for unregistered possession, including mandatory jail terms for repeat offenders. Local airsoft clubs must re-register annually with PDRM, and imported replicas require pre-approval from the Home Ministry. Non-compliance may result in prosecution under the Penal Code for public alarm or terrorism-related offenses.