No. Stun guns are classified as prohibited weapons under Portuguese law, falling under Decree-Law 15/93 and subsequent amendments. Their possession, sale, or use without explicit authorization from the Guarda Nacional Republicana (GNR) or Polícia de Segurança Pública (PSP) constitutes a criminal offense, punishable by fines or imprisonment. Recent 2026 draft amendments to the Código Penal propose stricter penalties for unauthorized possession of electric defense weapons, aligning with EU-wide security protocols.
Key Regulations for Stun Guns in Portugal
- Prohibition Status: Stun guns are categorized as “armas proibidas” (prohibited weapons) under Article 3(1)(d) of Decree-Law 15/93, barring civilian ownership.
- Authorization Exceptions: Only security professionals (e.g., private security firms licensed by PSP) may obtain permits for stun guns, subject to rigorous background checks and operational justifications.
- Penalties: Unauthorized possession risks up to 2 years imprisonment (Article 275 of the Código Penal), with aggravated sentences if used in public disturbances.
Local enforcement prioritizes GNR and PSP inspections in high-risk areas, particularly near critical infrastructure or during public events. Travelers carrying stun guns risk immediate confiscation and potential deportation under Portaria 144/2019 on border security.