Yes, blank-firing guns are legal in Norway under strict conditions set by the Firearms Act (Våpenloven) and enforced by the Police Directorate (Politidirektoratet). Civilian use requires a valid firearms license, while commercial sales demand registration with local police districts. Recent 2026 amendments tightened oversight on replica firearms to curb misuse in public spaces.
Key Regulations for Blank Firing Guns in Norway
- Licensing Requirement: Ownership mandates a våpenkort (firearms license) issued by local police, proving legitimate purpose (e.g., historical reenactment, film production). Blank-firing replicas are treated as firearms under §2 of the Firearms Act, triggering background checks.
- Age and Storage: Users must be ≥18 years old. Storage requires a locked cabinet with ammunition stored separately, per Regulation on Firearms Storage (2023/145).
- Commercial Restrictions: Dealers must register transactions with the Police Directorate within 48 hours. Public sales of blank-firing guns mimicking real firearms (e.g., Glock replicas) are banned under 2026 Circular 03/2026 to prevent confusion with live weapons.