Yes, airsoft guns are legal in Hungary under strict conditions. The National Police Headquarters (Országos Rendőr-főkapitányság, ORFK) classifies them as “replica firearms,” requiring mandatory registration, a valid firearms license, and compliance with energy output limits (≤1 Joule). Since 2023, the ORFK enforces mandatory storage in locked safes and prohibits public use without prior authorization. Violations may result in confiscation or criminal liability under Act CXXXVIII of 2007 on Firearms and Ammunitions.
Key Regulations for Airsoft Guns in Hungary
- Registration & Licensing: Owners must obtain a firearms license (Fegyverviselési Engedély) from local police stations, submitting proof of storage compliance and background checks. Unregistered possession is a misdemeanor.
- Energy Output Limits: Only airsoft guns with muzzle energy ≤1 Joule are permitted. Devices exceeding this threshold are classified as firearms, subject to stricter regulations.
- Storage & Transportation: Mandatory use of approved safes (EN 1143-1 standard) for storage. Transport requires unloaded status, secured in a locked case, with ammunition stored separately. Public carry without prior police notification is prohibited.
The ORFK’s 2026 directive further mandates annual inspections for licensed owners, including verification of storage conditions and energy output compliance. Non-compliance risks license revocation or administrative fines up to 500,000 HUF. International travelers must declare airsoft equipment upon entry, adhering to customs regulations under Decree 32/2004 (V. 11.).