No, owning a flamethrower in Spain is prohibited under national firearms legislation unless explicitly licensed for industrial or agricultural purposes. The Reglamento de Armas (Real Decreto 137/1993) classifies flamethrowers as Category 4 weapons, requiring prior authorization from the Secretaría de Estado de Seguridad and justification of “essential need.” Civilian possession is effectively banned, with penalties including fines up to €300,000 and imprisonment under Article 566 of the Penal Code. Recent 2026 amendments to the Ley de Seguridad Ciudadana tightened controls on “incendiary devices,” further restricting their circulation.
Key Regulations for Owning a Flamethrower in Spain
- Categorization as Firearms: Flamethrowers fall under Category 4 of the Reglamento de Armas, mandating a Licencia de Armas (Type D for collectors or Type E for professional use) issued by the Comisaría General de Seguridad Ciudadana.
- Authorization Requirements: Applicants must demonstrate a “legitimate purpose” (e.g., historical reenactment, controlled agricultural burning) and pass psychological and technical evaluations. Industrial use requires certification from the Ministerio de Industria, Comercio y Turismo.
- Prohibited Circulation: Public display, sale, or transfer without authorization is criminalized. Online platforms are legally obligated to report suspicious listings to the Policía Nacional under Ley 15/2022 on digital services.