Yes, airsoft guns are legal in Romania under strict conditions. They are classified as replica firearms and require proper documentation, age verification, and compliance with the 2023 amendments to the Weapons Law, enforced by the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MAI). Non-compliance risks confiscation or criminal liability.
Key Regulations for Airsoft Guns in Romania
- Age Restrictions: Only individuals aged 18+ may purchase or possess airsoft guns, verified through ID checks at licensed retailers. Minors may use them under adult supervision in designated fields.
- Marking & Documentation: All airsoft guns must bear a visible 6mm orange tip (or equivalent) and require a Firearms Ownership Permit (Permis de Posesie Arme) issued by local police stations. Retailers must register sales in the MAI’s national database.
- Public Carriage Ban: Carrying airsoft guns in public spaces—including streets, parks, or public transport—is prohibited. Transport requires unloaded, case-secured storage, with prior notification to authorities for travel between regions.