CarryRules

How much Firearms, ammunition and controlled knives can I bring into United Kingdom?

Restricted

You can bring Firearms, ammunition and controlled knives into United Kingdom only within the stated limits.

Carried Limited
Declaration Above allowance
Limit No stated quantity

What you need to know

  • No stated quantity
  • Channels: Carried with the traveler

Important

This allowance applies per person, not per family or group.

If you do not declare

  • Step 1: Confiscation, Administrative fine, Criminal prosecution

Official sources

Last verified 2026-09-19