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Arms License | Which Weapons are Prohibited in Pakistan

In Pakistan, the following weapons are prohibited:

Firearms

1. Fully automatic rifles
2. Submachine guns
3. Machine guns
4. Anti-aircraft guns
5. Mortars
6. Rockets
7. Bazookas
8. Anti-tank rifles
9. Recoil-less guns or rifles
10. Firearms with caliber exceeding .50 inches

Explosives

1. Hand grenades
2. Artillery shells
3. Mines
4. Bombs
5. Explosive devices

Other Prohibited Items

1. Firearms modifications (e.g., silencers, extenders)
2. Ammunition for prohibited firearms
3. Firearms parts (e.g., barrels, receivers)

Exceptions

1. Law enforcement agencies (with proper authorization)
2. Defense forces personnel (with proper authorization)
3. Top-ranking government officials (with proper authorization)
4. Special permits for international events, exhibitions, or competitions

Relevant Laws and Regulations

1. Arms Act 1878
2. Arms Rules 2017
3. Pakistan Arms Ordinance of 1965
4. Ministry of Interior’s guidelines

Penalties

1. Imprisonment up to 7 years
2. Fine up to Rs. 100,000 (approximately $650 USD)
3. Confiscation of firearms

Contact Information

1. National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA): 1777 (helpline)
2. Provincial Home Departments: Provincial government websites
3. Islamabad Capital Territory Administration: +92 51 9207111 (helpline)

Please note that laws and regulations may change. For the latest information, consult official sources or contact relevant authorities.

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