Bringing ammuniton from the U.S.

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I'm *sure* this has been posted here before, so forgive me, but I wasn't able to find any of the posts through the search feature.

If I'm in the U.S., can I purchase ammunition and bring it back to Canada legally? I've looked on the Canadian government's website, and I know that it seems to be fine, but I can't find any information from the U.S. government on whether ammunition needs an export permit (I know that firearms and parts do).
 
Everything I've read on this subject tells me that the Canadian border doesn't mind up to a certain point but it's the U.S. side that will have a big problem with you if you're caught without a special license. Save yourself the grief and buy in Canada.
 
As far as I know, it's illegal to possess ammunition in te states with our a U.S. License, however as far as importing it and having it in Canada, just need a PAL.
 
Up to 5000 rounds, IF you make it to the border. If a US patrol catches you state side without a valid US export license, start grabbing your ankles. If you make it to the border, you just need a PAL.
 
Yes, as a "non-resident alien" in the US it is illegal for you to be "in possession" of not only ammunition, but brass, bullets and powder are also "no-no's".

You can buy a press, loading dies and other assorted (ammo related) items but not the above.

IF you make it to the border, Canada Customs will not have any heartburn with you bringing the stuff in (within the limits as noted here - 5000 rounds for personal use).

If you do get caught on the US side, a lifetime ban from entering the US might be the least of your worries.

So that Clint Eastwood line comes to mind - "Do you feel lucky?"
 
the Homeland security is monitoring most gun and ammo related stores parking lots for vehicles with Canadian license plates. They can stop you and check.....do you want to try? I would not....
 
Last time I commented on a post like this I got an "infraction" I will keep my mouth shut on this one

Good idea.
 
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galamb said:
Yes, as a "non-resident alien" in the US it is illegal for you to be "in possession" of not only ammunition, but brass, bullets and powder are also "no-no's".
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I do not believe that is correct. From the ATF, emphasis added:
The definition does NOT include permanent resident aliens, aliens legally admitted to the U.S. with a visa other than a nonimmigrant visa, or aliens legally admitted to the U.S. without a visa.
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Canada & the United States have a visa-waiver agreement so the nonimmigrant alien thing does not apply. Even still, per the ATF, nonimmigrant aliens can acquire firearms / ammunition if they have a hunting licenses, or a few other cases. There are two ways to go shooting while in the USA.

Doesn't help the OP though, you still cannot bring them home with you. ITAR says you need an export license from the Department of State.
 
galamb said:
Yes, as a "non-resident alien" in the US it is illegal for you to be "in possession" of not only ammunition, but brass, bullets and powder are also "no-no's".
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Please point to the US law that says a non-resident cannot possess powder or brass....methinks you won't be able too.


In any case, none of this stuff can be exported without the proper license/approval.
 
Make sure that the brand of ammunition you are bringing back from the USA, is the same brand of Ammo you are taking into the states on your ATF form 6. you feel me? I have 1000 rounds of various types and brands of ammo on mine. So if I bring back 200 rounds of 9mm JHPS, that are on my form 6=all good.
 
coltseries70 said:
Make sure that the brand of ammunition you are bringing back from the USA, is the same brand of Ammo you are taking into the states on your ATF form 6. you feel me? I have 1000 rounds of various types and brands of ammo on mine. So if I bring back 200 rounds of 9mm JHPS, that are on my form 6=all good.
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The form 6, is suppose to include ammo that you bring in, and then bring out of the country. Although it probably would not get caught, if I "feel you right", you are telling the person to break the law.
 
GingeARC said:
As far as I know, it's illegal to possess ammunition in te states with our a U.S. License, however as far as importing it and having it in Canada, just need a PAL.
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In order to Import one has to Export first.
Any monies one may have saved buying in the USA is eaten up by the document fees and the time to do so.
But, if you dont feel the information being given is of value, fill your boots.
Tight Groups,
Rob
 
+1 FLHTCUI - it's all about the EXPORT - you cannot export ammo or components (or scopes, and a pile of other things) from the USA. Canada... doesn't care.

So how do these things get up here? The manufacturer has to apply for Export paperwork, and take whatever measures are necessary to comply with ITAR, to allow these to leave. So you CAN buy certain gun components from, say, Brownells, and retailers in Canada to get ammo, optics, etc, from US companies.

But without the paperwork, you're rolling the dice. There are plenty of stories of road checks before the border, checking vehicles before they get to Canada. Obvious places, such as the Ogdensburg Walmart (a short drive from Ottawa, and across the street from a popular "US postal address" provider), has plenty of goodies for the firearms enthusiast... but it's not worth being spotted, and snagged.
 
The catch 22 is that if you buy more in the us, and keep the bill, for customs, and you get stopped in a us roadblock, you are in violation without and export permit.

coltseries70 said:
Make sure that the brand of ammunition you are bringing back from the USA, is the same brand of Ammo you are taking into the states on your ATF form 6. you feel me? I have 1000 rounds of various types and brands of ammo on mine. So if I bring back 200 rounds of 9mm JHPS, that are on my form 6=all good.
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Funny thing .. was just at the Cabela's in Buffaly NY (across from Walden Galleria Mall) chatted for a bit with a couple guys from the gun room/dept ... they were talking about Canadians coming in all the time buying and - apparentlly - getting across the border without incident. Again our side doesn't care provided you're licensed and within limits ... I guess they're just lucky. Much as I'd like to stock up on components, powder etc ... it's just not worth it ...
 
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