Traveling with paintball-related equipment internationally

Can you bring paintball gear on a plane?
Is a paintball gun considered a firearm?
Can I import paintball gun?
Is paintball legal in Australia?
Can you take air gun on a plane?
Can you take compressed air on a plane?
Can you shoot a trespasser with a paintball gun?
Can paintball guns kill you?
How far can you shoot a paintball gun?
What are the paintball rules?
Do paintballs hurt?
Where can I sell my paintball markers?

Can you bring paintball gear on a plane?

The TSA Rules and What You Should Know

The Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) does not consider paintball guns to be firearms and allows them to be in checked baggage with no requirements relating to the type of container they are in. Paintball guns may not be brought on the plane in carry-on luggage.

Is a paintball gun considered a firearm?

Definition Under Law

Under California law, paintball guns fall under the banner of "imitation firearms," along with BB guns, pellet guns and toy guns. ... Therefore all laws applicable to this broad category of firearm are applicable to paintball fans and their paintball activities.

Can I import paintball gun?

International paintball competitor permit

Allows you to bring a paintball marker into NSW, usually for a competition.

Is paintball legal in Australia?

“Paintball guns are completely legal in Australia, even though the projectiles are much larger.” Recently, legislation was passed which removes paintball guns and activities from firearms legislation in NSW, which will commence from July 1, 2019.

Can you take air gun on a plane?

You may transport unloaded firearms in a locked hard-sided container as checked baggage only. Declare the firearm and/or ammunition to the airline when checking your bag at the ticket counter. The container must completely secure the firearm from being accessed. Locked cases that can be easily opened are not permitted.

Can you take compressed air on a plane?

May be carried in checked baggage only. * Airline approval is required. ... Compressed gas cylinders, canisters, and cartridges with a volume larger than 50 ml are forbidden in baggage unless covered by another exception in this table. For air guns and similar devices, see TSA security rules (http://www.tsa.gov/travel).

Can you shoot a trespasser with a paintball gun?

No. It's not legal to shoot someone for being on your property, even if properly posted as private - no trespassing. Note, it may or may not be prosected if you were to shoot *at* them, say to disable one of their vehicles.

Can paintball guns kill you?

Paintball guns cannot kill you instantly, but they can cause injuries or shock that can potentially result in death. Paintball projectiles can travel up to 200 mph. That said, players must be careful with where they're shooting — avoid shooting the head or the eyes — mainly when players shoot nearby.

How far can you shoot a paintball gun?

The effective range of a paintball gun depends on the paint and what your opponents are wearing (softer clothing does stop paintballs from breaking), but is usually around 80-100 feet.

What are the paintball rules?

Here are some general paintball etiquette rules to abide by:

Safety first. ...
Keep your mask on. ...
Don't be a jerk. ...
Remember paintball is a team sport. ...
Mind your fire. ...
Never shoot point blank. ...
Don't cheat. ...
Clear the field when you're hit.

Do paintballs hurt?

It's hard not to notice when you've been hit by a paintball. It's very common for players to feel a slight sting, similar to a firm flick on the arm. The pain is minor and typically fades quickly. While most hits are insignificant, a paintball can cause bruises and welts.

Where can I sell my paintball markers?

ebay or pbnation (PbNation | Paintball's Home Page ) or if you're a member of a facebook paintball group or craigslist. ebay is probably the safest, but keep in mind the fees are quite a bit higher. PBN and facebook groups usually favor the buyer in price, most people are looking to get a good deal.