Hi, Guys. I may be moving to Belgium in a few months. Does anybody know just what the laws are there? I know Carry is OUT! How about handloading?
Any info on Clubs? (in the MONS area). TIA
Any info on Clubs? (in the MONS area). TIA
bolt action rifles are now considered antiques, and legal to own without a license so long as the owner doesn't also posses ammo
Belgium offers some killer beers!
Just remember that alcohol and firearms do not mix!
since I am almost always dirving and/or carrying, I don't drink anymore.
Chocolate aside, Belgium offers some killer beers!
Background check doesn't take long, but the provinces have to notify your local police dept. to do it - and that may take a while.It takes a while to get the background check done, then you are permitted to buy a rifle or shotgun
This is definitely NOT standard procedure. In order to get a gun permit, you need permission from all adults (+18) living under the same roof, that's all. Your permit and/or guns CAN be temporarily/permanently revoked or confiscated, but only in specific circumstances (e.g. after convictions for certain offenses). In this case, I suspect it was a "bad" divorce and the ex-wife filed a complaint with the police or told them that she was afraid her ex might hurt her.Oh, his brother got a divorce and when you file for divorce the court notifies the police who check your gun ownership status. If you own a firearm, the Police come and confiscate it. The firearm is returned when the court proceedings are complete.
For visiting tourists, it's difficult. In general, Belgians have to be a member of a gun range to get a permit, so becoming a member is the easiest part.My son in law said there were gunshops and ranges, but the amount of rules made it difficult to use one.