Before You Travel

Check Airline & Stopover Rules: Confirm both your airline and the stopover country permit transit with firearms.

Documents Ready: Your firearms license, temporary travel permit, and invitation letter must all be valid and up to date.

Notify Airlines: Tell all airlines you're traveling with a firearm during booking or check-in.

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At the Airport

1. Declare at Check-in

Always declare your firearm to the airline desk. Never proceed through security without doing so.

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2. Use a Secure, Locked Case

Your firearm must be unloaded and stored in a hard-sided, lockable case. Ammunition must be packed separately, as per airline rules.

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3. What Happens During the Stopover?

• Staying on the same airline: The firearm usually stays in the baggage system.
• Changing airlines or terminals? You may need to collect and re-check it, depending on local laws. Some countries may require a transit declaration, even for short layovers.

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Arriving at Your Destination

Your firearm will often arrive at the “special items” belt. Keep your temporary firearms travel permit and other documentation ready for inspection.

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Additional Tip:

Store digital and printed copies of all permits and documents in your carry-on — especially if you're rechecking baggage during a stopover.

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