..well..after 5 years in Japan(with some short visiting to the rest of Asia and Australia), im going to Europe for my holiday, first time after 5 years hehehehe..well..I pack with me 2 katana swords(real ones), and so far I have no problem regarding departure in japan, but I have no idea how things will be in Europe (Katana is considered weapon)...what would you do regarding transport it? I brought one for my friend in Germany where Im going to reside (Frankfurt), and one is for my friend in Zagreb(Croatia)...so, what do you guys think, what is the best way to transport such things??
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I would ring my carrier Airline, and ask them.Oh hangon, on second thoughts, why not post on an indie programming board and ask there ;)
..oh, I asked carrier, and as I said, in Japan they told me it is not a problem at all..but I know Europe has some rules about it..I mean hey, Steven Seagal kick out whole marine squad with one Katana :) ... point is I asked and they told its all fine, and I know that in europe its not that fine :) ..and I post here because, Im very long time member of this virtual society so I hope that much more folks here will respond faster...I know its off topic, but I hope moderators will keep it a live at least until tomorrow.. :)
Thing is, if your carrier says its fine, and each airport you change at says its fine, then it probably fine.
I know you cannot travel with them in Europe in Hand luggage. And for definate you would be stopped from simply entering the UK with them. But dont know about hold luggage in either Germany or croatia. I "Think" you would need an import visa for Germany.
I know you cannot travel with them in Europe in Hand luggage. And for definate you would be stopped from simply entering the UK with them. But dont know about hold luggage in either Germany or croatia. I "Think" you would need an import visa for Germany.
It's fine as long as it's checked in. I took half a dozen blades from UK, through Holland, and into Asia.
You may find it will get confiscated due to if someone can hold up a plane with a penknife imagine what they could do with a katana
>I pack with me 2 katana swords(real ones), and so far I
>have no problem regarding departure in japan, but I have
>no idea how things will be in Europe (Katana is considered
>weapon)...
It is a weapon!
You'll propably find that the swords will be confiscated upon arrival and you will be fined for importing weapons without permission.
In Denmark you need import permision as well as carrying or collecting permission.
Ask your friends to enquire at their local police, and then you should contact the embassies of the countries you are about to visit.
>what would you do regarding transport it? I brought one
>for my friend in Germany where Im going to reside
>(Frankfurt), and one is for my friend in Zagreb
>(Croatia)...so, what do you guys think, what is the best
>way to transport such things??
Ship them, don't carry them.
>have no problem regarding departure in japan, but I have
>no idea how things will be in Europe (Katana is considered
>weapon)...
It is a weapon!
You'll propably find that the swords will be confiscated upon arrival and you will be fined for importing weapons without permission.
In Denmark you need import permision as well as carrying or collecting permission.
Ask your friends to enquire at their local police, and then you should contact the embassies of the countries you are about to visit.
>what would you do regarding transport it? I brought one
>for my friend in Germany where Im going to reside
>(Frankfurt), and one is for my friend in Zagreb
>(Croatia)...so, what do you guys think, what is the best
>way to transport such things??
Ship them, don't carry them.
I always wanted to visit Japan but till now i never found time to do so...
Well.. I am from Zagreb, Croatia and you'll definitely have to declare them at customs. You will have to pay import duties if the sword is to stay in Croatia. But.. it is a weapon so the best bet is to check with the nearest Croatian embassy or consulate. In Japan it is:
Embassy of Croatia in Japan
2-8-1-101, Tomigaya
Shibuya-ku
City: Tokyo
Phone: + 81 3 5478 8481
Fax: + 81 3 5478 8491
Email: veltok@...
Barney
Embassy of Croatia in Japan
2-8-1-101, Tomigaya
Shibuya-ku
City: Tokyo
Phone: + 81 3 5478 8481
Fax: + 81 3 5478 8491
Email: veltok@...
Barney
Lol with the current state of policestate uk i reckon u got no chance getting it into the uk without some serious red tape.
Hi,
I've got a look into the FAQ of "Zoll" (Germany's custom authority). If you're over 18 (I guess you are) you are allowed to bring a sword or katana in, so you will get it out of the airport.
However, you should not carry it visually open, don't know how local police will think about it. Unless you visit a public event with it (Weapons law) it should be legal. But better don't start a shopping tour with an equipped katana, keep it hidden and you're fine.
I've got a look into the FAQ of "Zoll" (Germany's custom authority). If you're over 18 (I guess you are) you are allowed to bring a sword or katana in, so you will get it out of the airport.
However, you should not carry it visually open, don't know how local police will think about it. Unless you visit a public event with it (Weapons law) it should be legal. But better don't start a shopping tour with an equipped katana, keep it hidden and you're fine.
For Germany:
Bestimmte Waffen dürfen durch volljährige Personen erlaubnisfrei in die Bundesrepublik mitgenommen oder (zur Veräußerung) verbracht werden. Dazu gehören z.B. Macheten, Dolche, Samurai-Schwerter, Bajonette, Schlagstöcke und Degen.
Jedoch ist die Mitnahme von Waffen, die ihrer Form nach geeignet sind, einen anderen Gegenstand vorzutäuschen oder die mit Gegenständen des täglichen Gebrauchs verkleidet sind (z.B. Stockdegen), verboten.
Es ist unbedingt darauf zu achten, dass alle Waren, die Verboten und Beschränkungen unterliegen, bei ihrer Einfuhr in die EG (und grundsätzlich auch bei der Ausfuhr) bei der Grenzzollstelle anzumelden sind. Die Abgabe einer ordnungsgemäßen Zollanmeldung ist in diesen Fällen auch dann erforderlich, wenn der Wert innerhalb der Reisefreigrenze liegt. Sie müssen bei Flughäfen bzw. Häfen immer den "Roten Ausgang" benutzen und die Waren unaufgefordert anmelden.
translation by me:
Certain weapons may "imported" by persons aged over 18 years.
Including types like machetes, daggers, samurai-swords (i think your katanas), bajonettes, clubs and rapiers.
But the entrainment of weapons whose form is able to fake another object or are cased with objects of accepted usage (like a sword cane) is forbidden.
Its strongly advised (you have to!) to declare/register such weapons at the custom office when importing (and also exporting) into the EC (European Community).
The submit of a correct custom declaration is also needed if the worth of the weapon lies within the duty and tax-free allowance.
You have to use the "red exit" on airports and naval ports and to declare/register your goods unasked.
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MB
Bestimmte Waffen dürfen durch volljährige Personen erlaubnisfrei in die Bundesrepublik mitgenommen oder (zur Veräußerung) verbracht werden. Dazu gehören z.B. Macheten, Dolche, Samurai-Schwerter, Bajonette, Schlagstöcke und Degen.
Jedoch ist die Mitnahme von Waffen, die ihrer Form nach geeignet sind, einen anderen Gegenstand vorzutäuschen oder die mit Gegenständen des täglichen Gebrauchs verkleidet sind (z.B. Stockdegen), verboten.
Es ist unbedingt darauf zu achten, dass alle Waren, die Verboten und Beschränkungen unterliegen, bei ihrer Einfuhr in die EG (und grundsätzlich auch bei der Ausfuhr) bei der Grenzzollstelle anzumelden sind. Die Abgabe einer ordnungsgemäßen Zollanmeldung ist in diesen Fällen auch dann erforderlich, wenn der Wert innerhalb der Reisefreigrenze liegt. Sie müssen bei Flughäfen bzw. Häfen immer den "Roten Ausgang" benutzen und die Waren unaufgefordert anmelden.
translation by me:
Certain weapons may "imported" by persons aged over 18 years.
Including types like machetes, daggers, samurai-swords (i think your katanas), bajonettes, clubs and rapiers.
But the entrainment of weapons whose form is able to fake another object or are cased with objects of accepted usage (like a sword cane) is forbidden.
Its strongly advised (you have to!) to declare/register such weapons at the custom office when importing (and also exporting) into the EC (European Community).
The submit of a correct custom declaration is also needed if the worth of the weapon lies within the duty and tax-free allowance.
You have to use the "red exit" on airports and naval ports and to declare/register your goods unasked.
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bye
MB
If you're gonna declare it, better to have the receipt for a fake "display" sword. Not that I would do such a thing...
If you put it in your luggage and declare it, then you should be fine. Don't be surprised if an overzealous baggage handler calls the cops in though.
Like Andy said, in Denmark you need a permit to even own them, much less bring them with you. I'd say ship them, don't bring them.
I have a friend who bought a Chinese Dao style sword about three years ago. He's only just gotten it released from customs.
I have a friend who bought a Chinese Dao style sword about three years ago. He's only just gotten it released from customs.
Yo Alien, in what city do you live in Japan?