ABF - ACN 2026/02 - Firearms and Weapons Regulatory Amendments

Friday, January 23, 2026


 

 



The Australian Border Force (ABF) has published ACN 2026/02, advising that new requirements for firearms and related goods will apply from 22 January 2026.

The changes include new or revised import tests, restrictions under different sections of Schedule 6 of the PI Regulations, and the discontinuation of existing police certification forms, which will no longer be authorised. These amendments are enacted under the Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Firearms and Customs Laws) Bill 2026.

To view the complete ACN please click HERE.

Amanda Bradfield - Head of International Freight & Logistics - FTA / APSA
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