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Important — Email Only

Due to extremely high demand, Canadian firearm import inquiries are handled exclusively via email to ensure accurate and documented communication. Please do not call the shop regarding Canadian firearm imports.

Estimate Your Return First

Start with the AAE Banned Canadian Imports Estimator before beginning the import process. This helps you understand estimated fees, tariff impact, consignment payout, and possible return.

Open AAE Estimator

Check Firearm Restrictions

Before contacting AAE, make sure your firearm is potentially eligible. Some firearms cannot be imported through this process.

Chinese-made firearms are not eligible.
Russian-made firearms are not eligible.
Belt-fed firearms are not eligible.
Open-bolt firearms are not eligible.
NFA items are not eligible.

AR or AK variants are not eligible unless previously imported into Canada by IRUNGUNS. If you are unsure, verify eligibility before contacting AAE.

Review Fees & Timeline

These are the main fee categories customers should understand before starting.

$200 CAD import fee per serial number
$50 CAD transportation fee per firearm
$25 USD engraving/importer marking fee, if required
$1 USD ATF permit line item fee per item
CBP Merchandise Processing Fee, approximately 0.3464%
15% reciprocal tariff/duty on non-USA firearms
15% AAE consignment fee

ATF approval is commonly estimated at approximately 60–90 days after IRUNGUNS receives the firearm. Timelines, tariffs, exchange rates, and fees may change.

Create / Access Your IRUNGUNS Account

Use IRUNGUNS to begin the import request process. Review their process page first, then access your account and submit the required import request information.