Yes, blank-firing guns are legal in Taiwan but strictly regulated under the Weapons Administration Act and Police Criminal Prevention Act. Only models certified by the National Police Agency (NPA) for training or ceremonial use are permitted, with mandatory registration and storage compliance. Recent 2026 amendments tighten dealer licensing and require biometric verification for purchasers.
Key Regulations for Blank Firing Guns in Taiwan
- NPA Certification Requirement: Only blank-firing guns listed in the NPA-approved catalog may be sold or possessed; uncertified replicas face confiscation under Article 13 of the Weapons Administration Act.
- Registration and Storage: Owners must register devices with local police stations within 14 days of acquisition and store them in locked safes meeting NPA’s 2025 security standards.
- Use Restrictions: Deployment is limited to professional training (e.g., military, police) or cultural events; public discharge without NPA authorization constitutes a misdemeanor under the Public Security Act.