Has anyone from the US competed in Europe?

[SecondsCount]

I have been invited to compete in Italy, but the match director is unsure about the steps I would need to take in order to bring a rifle.

One person told me they competed in France, and all they needed was an invitation from the director. He said I need to fill out a form with the ATF.

If anyone here can share their experience, it would be appreciated.

 

[D Coots]

I went to France in 2011 on the NBRSA World Team. I recall about the invitation being needed. I believe the head of the World Team did the paperwork.

Sorry I don't have more info.

Later

Dave

 

[cb186]

Paging mgunderson.

 

[furrybean]

Europe isn’t one country
Each nation will have different laws for travel with Firearms

 

[marchx]

Europe isn’t one country
Each nation will have different laws for travel with Firearms

yes. but food here is nicer than in the US.

 

[NZ_Fclass]

In the first instance, you need to contact the Italian Consulate in your country. Check the local website-it should tell you what you will need to get an import permission etc. You will also need export and re-import permission from the US. Don't plan a trip to another european country - moving the firearm around will get you in a heap of bother - there are no physical borders (well, not many) but a world of hurt if you get caught. Just fly in and out of Italy. Dont forget that some calibres - mostly military ones, are not normally allowed in Italy.

 

[mgunderson]

Each country is a little different. Not sure I know anyone that has made the trip to Italy.

An invitation in English and the native language is normally needed and helpful.

I expect they will want you to fill out a form to import the firearm and ammunition.

You will also need to complete a form at a us customs office to get the firearm back into the US.

Be prepared to have issues and carry multiple copies of each form.

Pm me if you want to talk. I have always had some assistance from others that have traveled before me to that country.

 

[SecondsCount]

Europe isn’t one country
Each nation will have different laws for travel with Firearms

Yes, I understand. In this case, I will be competing in Italy, but am curious about other countries as well.

 

[rardoin]

yes. but food here is nicer than in the US.

Not from the U.K, are you?

 

[Allen Corneau]

On the USA side, you'll need DHS/CBP Form 4457 "Certificate of Registration for Personal Effects Taken Abroad".

Unfortunately I don't have any information for you on the other country's requirements.

Best of luck!

 

[Kevin57]

Make sure the 4457 lists the scope, spotting scope, binos, cameras or anything else you are taking.
Tape a copy inside your gun case. keep a copy on you.

I travel with a bunch of underwater camera gear...That has been more difficult that my rifle or shotgun.

I have had great luck traveling with firearms. But, internationally without a completed form you are toast.
You also need to check on ammunition, most airlines have a weight limit and can be sticky on airline approved containers. If you fly out of somewhere they see a lot of rifles it will be easier.

If you use a pelican case the TSA may require a lock on every lockable position...I found that out the hard way on a flight back.

K

 

[prone.life]

On the USA side, you'll need DHS/CBP Form 4457 "Certificate of Registration for Personal Effects Taken Abroad".

You can download/print the 4457 here.

 

[AGSHOOTER]

yes. but food here is nicer than in the US.

If you are not hunger

 

[marchx]

Not from the U.K, are you?

That's what I cooked today for lunch- boeuf bourguignon avec Pinot Noir. Bon appetit!