Acquiring a weapon as a private individual in Switzerland

In this video, we explore Switzerland's firearms acquiring laws in 2023. ‘Acquiring a weaponʼ means buying, receiving as a gift, inheriting, renting or borrowing a weapon. Depending on the type, you will require a contract, a weapons acquisition permit or a special permit. Find out about the various weapon categories, acquisition requirements, and permit processes. Learn about declared weapons, those needing permits, and prohibited firearms. Get insights into ammunition rules, storage, and transportation. Stay informed about these vital regulations to ensure responsible gun ownership in Switzerland.

In this video features a W&F K31, Glock 17 Generation 5, B&T USW-G as well as the Aimpoint ACRO - for demontration.

If you have questions or need further clarification, please consult local authorities or firearms offices.

Links related to the video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
👮 Cantonal firearms offices
🇩🇪 DE https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...
🇫🇷 FR https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...
🇮🇹 IT https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...

🟢 Weapons that have to be declared
🇩🇪 DE https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...
🇫🇷 FR https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...
🇮🇹 IT https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...

🟠 Weapons for which a permit is required
🇩🇪 DE https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...
🇫🇷 FR https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...
IT https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...

🔴 Banned weapons, ammunition and weapon components
🇩🇪 DE Sport https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...
🇩🇪 DE Sammler https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...
🇫🇷 FR sport https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...
🇫🇷 FR collecteur https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...
🇮🇹 IT sportivo https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...
🇮🇹 IT collezionismo https://www.fedpol.admin.ch/dam/fedpo...

Content ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
0:00 - Introduction
5:03 - Weapons subject to registration
6:49 - Weapons that require a permit
9:00 - Banned weapons
13:35 - Other banned weapons
14:38 - Ammunition, storage and transport
17:35 - Final words