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.