Can I Buy an Airsoft Gun for Someone Else?

Yes, you can purchase an Airsoft gun as a gift, provided you are 18 years of age or older and the item is supplied in a Two-Tone colour scheme.

Purchasing Realistic-Coloured Airsoft Guns

If you wish to purchase an Airsoft gun in a realistic military colour such as Black, Tan, Green, or similar, you must hold a valid Airsoft Defence, such as:

• A UKARA registration
• A recognised Airsoft site membership
• Another accepted legal defence

UK law relating to the sale of Realistic Imitation Firearms (RIFs) is very strict and applies to the person making the purchase, not the intended recipient.

This means that if you are buying a realistic-coloured Airsoft gun as a gift, you must personally hold a valid Airsoft Defence, as the item is being sold to you at the point of purchase.

Buying Gifts for Airsoft Players

If you're looking for a gift for an Airsoft enthusiast, we recommend purchasing Gift Vouchers instead of a physical Airsoft gun.

While vouchers may not be quite as exciting to unwrap, they allow the recipient to choose the exact equipment they want. Airsoft loadouts are highly personal, and a voucher ensures they can select gear that suits their needs and existing kit.

It also means that if they hold a valid Airsoft Defence, they can purchase a realistic-coloured Airsoft gun themselves using their own registration.

Important Information

Please note that you cannot use another person's Airsoft Defence to purchase a Realistic Imitation Firearm, even if the item is intended as a gift for them.

The purchaser must be the person who holds the valid defence used for the transaction.