Yes, blank-firing guns are legal in Romania under strict conditions. Civilian ownership requires a valid firearms license issued by the Romanian Police, with blanks classified as “Category D” devices. Recent 2026 amendments to Law 295/2004 tightened oversight, mandating secure storage and mandatory reporting of transactions to the Inspectoratul General al Poliției Române (IGPR).
Key Regulations for Blank Firing Guns in Romania
- Licensing Mandate: Only individuals with a valid firearms license (Category D) may acquire or possess blank-firing guns. Unlicensed possession constitutes a misdemeanor under Government Emergency Ordinance 102/2021.
- Storage Requirements: Blanks must be stored in a locked, tamper-proof container, with IGPR-approved security measures. Violations trigger fines up to €5,000 or confiscation per Order 123/2023 of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
- Transaction Transparency: Dealers must register all sales in the Sistemul Național de Evidență a Armelor (SNEAR), with real-time reporting to IGPR. Failure to comply results in license revocation and criminal liability under Article 366 of the Penal Code.
Commercial use—such as in film production or theatrical performances—requires additional permits from the Centrul Național al Cinematografiei or local cultural authorities. Replicas indistinguishable from real firearms are prohibited without explicit IGPR authorization.