Question & AnswerQ&A (FED PNP CIRCULAR NO. 11)
Airsoft rifle/pistol includes battery operated, spring and gas type powered rifles/pistols which discharge plastic or rubber pellets only as bullets or ammunition. It differs from a replica which does not fire plastic or rubber pellets.
Airsoft rifles/pistols shall not exceed 550 feet per second velocity using a 20 gram BB. Exceeding this limit makes the airsoft rifle/pistol ineligible for registration.
All natural and juridical persons who intend to manufacture, deal, import, export, sell, possess, and carry airsoft rifles/pistols, as well as those who will operate airsoft teams and game sites.
A person must file an application in accordance with PNP SOP Number 13, with a minimum age of 18 years. One-time registration is required, and transfer of ownership requires following the procedure for regular air guns.
Airsoft rifles/pistols without serial numbers will receive a barcode sticker with a unique serial number that remains for the gun's lifetime. Airsoft rifles/pistols must be painted with bright red or orange color at the tip of the muzzle, not less than 6.35 centimeters in length.
Yes, a Permit To Transport (PTT) airsoft rifle/pistol is required for transporting airsoft rifles/pistols from the residence to any game or exhibition site. The permit covers up to five airsoft units and is valid nationwide for one year except in high-crime areas.
Manufacturers and sellers must apply for a license to manufacture or license to deal airsoft rifles/pistols with the Firearms and Explosives Division of the Civil Security Group under the Philippine National Police.
Violation may result in cancellation of the Certificate of Registration issued by FED, confiscation of the airsoft rifle/pistol, and filing of civil or criminal charges as evidence warrants.
Airsoft teams must seek accreditation with FED-CSG, have at least ten registered airsoft rifle/pistol owners, a permanent address, a president, and abide by the Code of Conduct, Safety, and Rules of Engagement formulated by the Airsoft Association of the Philippines.
They must submit a written request to the Chief of Police who has jurisdiction over the area for permission to conduct war game simulations, shooting competitions, or exhibitions with airsoft rifles/pistols.