No. Blank firing guns are classified as firearms under Singapore’s Arms Offences Act, requiring licences from the Singapore Police Force (SPF). Unlicensed possession or use risks severe penalties, including imprisonment.
Key Regulations for Blank Firing Guns in Singapore
- Licensing Requirement: Blank firing guns are treated as firearms under the Arms Offences Act (Cap. 14) and Arms and Explosives Act (Cap. 13). Possession without a valid licence from the Singapore Police Force (SPF) is illegal.
- Restricted Use: Even licensed blank firing guns are prohibited in public spaces, during demonstrations, or near sensitive infrastructure. Violations may trigger investigations under the Public Order Act (Cap. 257).
- 2026 Compliance Shift: The SPF will enforce stricter verification of blank firing gun ownership post-2026, aligning with enhanced digital tracking of firearm-related paraphernalia under the Home Team’s Firearms and Explosives Division.