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The document is an Information Sheet for the Non-Resident Firearm Declaration required for individuals bringing firearms into Canada. It outlines the necessary personal information, firearm details, and legal responsibilities under the Firearms Act. The form must be completed clearly and submitted to the Canada Border Services Agency upon entry. It includes definitions of firearm classifications (non-restricted, restricted, prohibited) and instructions for obtaining additional documentation if needed.

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Begin with Section A: Personal Information. Fill in your last name, first name, and date of birth in the specified format (yyyy-mm-dd). Ensure clarity and accuracy.
In Box 5, select the appropriate address type based on your stay duration in Canada. Provide either your residence outside Canada or your Canadian address if staying longer than 60 days.
For Box 6, indicate one piece of photo identification. This must be an official ID issued by a government body that includes your photograph.
Move to Section B: Firearms. Specify the number of firearms you are declaring in Box 7. If more than three, attach a continuation sheet.
Complete details for each firearm including type, make, serial number, gauge/calibre, and barrel length as required in Boxes 8 and subsequent firearm boxes.
Sign the declaration in Section C to confirm that all information is accurate before submitting it to customs upon entry into Canada.

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Can a non-resident get a PAL in Canada?

Any permanent resident or citizen of Canada 18 or over may apply for their PAL (and upgrade to an RPAL). Non-residents in Canada are also eligible to apply as well, however the RCMP may request a letter of good conduct from their home country (or other pertinent details) later on in the application process.

What is a 5589 form?

Declaration (Form RCMP 5589 / CAFC 909) Canadian firearm safety regulations Canadian Firearms Program for Non-Residents As a visitor, you will need to fill out a Non-Resident Firearm Declaration (form RCMP 5589) to bring weapons into Canada.

Can I bring my gun if I move to Canada?

A restricted firearm may be brought into Canada, but an Authorization to Transport permit must be obtained in advance from a Provincial or Territorial Chief Firearms Officer. The permit allows a handgun to be in transit, for example to Alaska, but a permit would not be issued to someone simply vacationing in Canada.

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Can a non-resident obtain a firearm license in Canada?

Non-residents can apply for a Possession and Acquisition Licence. They must be 18 years of age or older; they must successfully complete the Canadian Firearms Safety Course and test, and they must provide a letter or document from their local Police Service/Government which provides a completed NCIC check.

Can tourist get gun license in Canada?

Visiting Canada The fee is $25. After a CBSA customs officer signs your Declaration, it is a temporary licence and it is valid for 60 days. The Declaration is only valid for the person who signs it and only for the firearm(s) listed on it.

What form do I need to declare non-resident of Canada?

Complete Form NR74 to get the CRAs opinion on your residency status. You would most likely be considered a non-resident of Canada. For more information, see Non-residents of Canada, Residency status determination and Income Tax Folio S5-F1-C1, Determining an Individuals Residence Status.

Can a non-resident get a gun license in Canada?

Use this form to apply for a Non-resident Temporary Borrowing Licence for Non-restricted Firearms. This licence allows you to borrow non-restricted firearms while in Canada for a period of 60 days. You must be 18 years of age or over. To be eligible for a licence, you must have a sponsor.

Do non-restricted firearms need to be registered in Canada?

You do not need to register non-restricted firearms to transfer them. However, the transferor (seller) must confirm that the transferees (buyers) firearms licence is valid prior to the transfer of a non-restricted firearm.

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