FIREARMS

1.When shipping firearms within or to the CONUS, you must comply with local and/or state laws, and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) regulations. For shipments to overseas countries, you must abide by the laws of the host country. When returning firearms from overseas to the United States, you must identify your firearms on your individual customs declarations and obtain ATF Form 6, Part II, and ATF Form 6A. These forms are required to bring firearms into the United States. The forms are available on the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) website, and the process period may be as long as 6 weeks. Some basic rules include:

a. Make the firearm inoperable by removing the bolt, firing pin, trigger assembly, and other arming parts.
b. Remove all ammunition from the firearm.
c. Ensure the firearm information is written on the inventory: make, model, serial number, unique characteristics, and caliber or gauge.
d. Firearms shipped in containerized shipments must be placed in the number one container to insure easy access by custom officials.

2. Compliance with the law is your responsibility:
a. Local and state laws vary regarding possession and registration of firearms. To be safe, do not carry firearms on your person, except as authorized by local laws and regulations. When carrying a weapon, be sure to check the laws of all states or countries through which you intend to travel to your new duty station.