A new law has been passed regarding passengers who are planning to travel with firearms.
The following should be noted at the time of booking flights:
Many airlines are adhering to the IATA regulation which specifies that if a passenger is traveling with sporting weapons and ammunition, the airline must be advised AT THE TIME OF BOOKING by putting a message into the remarks section of the booking. Many passengers are coming up against this non-compliance and are being denied boarding with sporting weapons. Some European airlines require additional information.
Guidelines have been issued a directive on the transportation of sporting weapons and ammunition. Your adherence to these regulations is requested to avoid any misunderstanding and subsequent non-compliance:
Click here to download the firearm import application.
ALL FORMS TO BE FILLED IN WITH BLACK INK. DO NOT SIGN YOUR FORMS UNTIL IN FRONT OF A POLICE OFFICIAL.
eZulu Adventures offers rifle hire to all clients who wish to travel without their personal firearm. A wide selection of rifles and calibers ranging from .22 to 375 for all Buffalo and dangerous game. This is a fantastic option should you be including further touring days before or after your hunting safari.
Please note the following and make sure to inform your clients of all the procedures and necessary documentation they need to have with them to ensure that no unnecessary delays occur. Refer to the PHASA website for all updated information and other particulars.
Before presenting the firearm import application, the applicant MUST submit the following documents:
The following must be stated in this letter:
"It is hereby certified that the owner of the firearm(s) Mr (state name as in passport) with calibre (state calibre) serial number (state serial number) and type (state type) is hereby authorized to temporarily export the firearm mentioned above from (state country)"
This must be certified by an official government institution, e.g. customs/police.
Invitation letter from the outfitter/ company
The following must be stated in this letter:
The letter must be on the official letterhead of Outfitter/company
PH and Outfitter's details – name, surname, licence numbers and in which province(s) they are registered.
The letter must state for what type of hunting the client is invited and the calibre needed for the hunt.
Where will the hunt(s) take place – the name of the farm and district
State that the weapons will only be used for hunting purposes on mentioned properties
The duration of the hunt
The letter must be signed and dated
Motivation letter from the applicant as to the reason for the importation of the firearm
PLEASE NOTE: