question on taking guns to alaska

wwkii · Dec 31, 2009

we are thinking of moving or just going to alaska but im not sure on how to take guns there with me i have alot of pistols and so called assault style weapons and hunting rifles . is it going to be a big hassle taking them through canada or by boat or plane . please tell me you experiance or knowledge of this situation

Guff · Jan 1, 2010

If you're flying you would just check them in accordance with TSA. The amount of checked bags could be a little costly but otherwise easy enough. I have no idea though about boats and trains.

wwkii · Jan 2, 2010

so i take it you cant drive them through canada

Guff · Jan 2, 2010

Call their customs department.

Restricted Imports:

Firearms and Weapons:

-you must be at least 18 years of age;
-you can import non-restricted and restricted firearms, provided you meet all requirements; and
-you cannot import prohibited firearms, weapons or devices, including silencers, replica firearms, switchblades and other weapons.

For more information about applying for a Canadian firearms licence or Form CAFC 679, contact:

Canada Firearms Centre Ottawa ON K1A 1M6
Telephone: 1-800-731-4000 (toll-free in Canada and the United States)
506-624-5380 (from all other countries)
Facsimile: 613-957-7325
E-mail: [email protected]
Web site: www.cfc.gc.ca

wwkii · Jan 3, 2010

thanks for the info

KillermondoDude · Jan 3, 2010

wwkii said:
thanks for the info

Have you thought about taking the ferry that goes up the inside passage? that would bypass canada all together

wwkii · Jan 3, 2010

thats a great idea

see i have never gone there before so this is new to me i didnt even know that was an option is that how people move there normally . also where do you catch it and do you no prices .thanks for your input

KillermondoDude · Jan 3, 2010

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wwkii · Jan 3, 2010

cool

thanks for the link ill check it out

aaronk · Jan 4, 2010

Ship them. You're legally allowed to ship a firearm TO YOURSELF in another state. Never done it myself, so I don't claim to be an expert on the topic. I'd also check and make sure you're guns are legal in the state you are moving to. If they're not I don't know what happens then...

Taken from: ATF Online - Firearms - Frequently Asked Questions - Unlicensed Persons

Q: May a nonlicensee ship a firearm through the U.S. Postal Service?

A nonlicensee may not transfer a firearm to a non-licensed resident of another State. A nonlicensee may mail a shotgun or rifle to a resident of his or her own State or to a licensee in any State. The Postal Service recommends that long guns be sent by registered mail and that no marking of any kind which would indicate the nature of the contents be placed on the outside of any parcel containing firearms. Handguns are not mailable. A common or contract carrier must be used to ship a handgun.

[18 U.S.C. 1715, 922(a)(3), 922(a)(5) and 922 (a)(2)(A)]
Q: May a nonlicensee ship a firearm by common or contract carrier?

A nonlicensee may ship a firearm by a common or contract carrier to a resident of his or her own State or to a licensee in any State. A common or contract carrier must be used to ship a handgun. In addition, Federal law requires that the carrier be notified that the shipment contains a firearm and prohibits common or contract carriers from requiring or causing any label to be placed on any package indicating that it contains a firearm.

[18 U.S.C. 922(a)(2)(A), 922(a) (3), 922(a)(5) and 922(e), 27 CFR 478.31 and 478.30]
Q: May a nonlicensee ship firearms interstate for his or her use in hunting or other lawful activity?

Yes. A person may ship a firearm to himself or herself in care of another person in the State where he or she intends to hunt or engage in any other lawful activity. The package should be addressed to the owner. Persons other than the owner should not open the package and take possession of the firearm.
Q: May a person who is relocating out of State move firearms with other household goods?

Yes. A person who lawfully possesses a firearm may transport or ship the firearm interstate when changing his or her State of residence.

Certain NFA firearms must have prior approval from the Bureau of ATF before they may be moved interstate. The person must notify the mover that firearms are being transported. He or she should also check State and local laws where relocating to ensure that movement of firearms into the new State does not violate any State law or local ordinance.

[18 U.S.C. 922(a)(4) and 922(e), 27 CFR 478.28 and 478.31]

wwkii · Jan 5, 2010

great info

thats great info thanks for posting that

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