No, stun guns are prohibited under Thailand’s Arms of War Act B.E. 2486 (1943) and Firearms Act B.E. 2490 (1947), classifying them as illegal weapons. Civilian possession risks imprisonment up to 10 years and fines up to 200,000 THB, with stricter penalties for importation. Recent 2026 draft amendments propose expanded enforcement, including mandatory biometric registration for self-defense tools, though stun guns remain excluded.
Key Regulations for Stun Guns in Thailand
- Absolute Prohibition: Stun guns fall under “arms” per the Arms of War Act, requiring military-grade licensing. Civilian ownership is criminalized without exception.
- Strict Penalties: Violations trigger Section 27 of the Firearms Act, mandating 5–10 years imprisonment and fines up to 200,000 THB, with no judicial discretion for mitigating circumstances.
- Border Controls: The Customs Act B.E. 2469 (1926) empowers authorities to seize stun guns at entry points, with importers facing additional charges under the Anti-Money Laundering Act B.E. 2542 (1999) for undeclared weapons.
Note: Pepper sprays (≤100ml) and batons (≤40cm) are permitted under Ministry of Interior Notification No. 20 (2019), but stun guns remain outside this scope.