No. Butterfly knives are prohibited under Spain’s Arms Regulation (Real Decreto 137/1993), classifying them as armas blancas (edged weapons) without sporting or utility exemptions. Civil Guard (Guardia Civil) enforcement targets possession without a Licencia de Armas, with penalties up to €3,000 and confiscation. The 2026 draft Ley de Seguridad Ciudadana expansion may further restrict carry in public spaces.
Key Regulations for Butterfly Knives (Balisongs) in Spain
- Prohibition as Weapons: Balisongs are explicitly banned under Real Decreto 137/1993 as “weapons of attack” (armas de ataque), requiring no intent to use for prosecution.
- Licensing Exemptions: Only collectors with a Licencia de Coleccionista (issued by Intervención de Armas of the Civil Guard) may possess them, subject to storage in a locked safe.
- Public Carry Restrictions: Transporting balisongs in vehicles or public areas without a Licencia de Porte (carry permit) constitutes a misdemeanor under Ley Orgánica 4/2015 (Citizen Security Law).