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Rifle hunting in Africa is about much more than simply taking the shot. It is about reading the bush, following tracks, understanding animal behaviour and experiencing the excitement of getting within range of your chosen trophy. Whenever possible, our rifle hunts are conducted on foot using traditional spot-and-stalk methods. Each hunt is adapted to the hunter’s physical ability, experience and the species being pursued. Our professional hunters will work with you to create an enjoyable and rewarding hunting experience while always keeping safety and ethical hunting practices a priority. For most African plains game, a .30 caliber or larger rifle is an excellent all-round choice, and we recommend bringing at least 60 rounds of ammunition. For dangerous game such as Cape buffalo, a minimum caliber of .375 is required. African game has a well-earned reputation for being tough, making good-quality ammunition and proper shot placement extremely important. We strongly recommend using premium-grade hunting bullets designed for reliable penetration and controlled expansion. Barnes X and similar premium-quality bullets have proven to be excellent choices for African game. For women, younger hunters or anyone who may be more comfortable with a lighter-recoiling rifle, speak to us before your safari. We can help recommend a suitable caliber based on the hunter and the species they intend to pursue.

Travelling With Your Rifle

Bringing your own rifle to South Africa does require the necessary temporary firearm import documentation, but there is no need for the process to become a headache. Your temporary import permit can be pre-arranged before you travel, and we will guide you through the process and help ensure that you have the correct documentation in place before arriving in South Africa. From your first morning tracking through the bush to finally getting into position for that perfect shot, our goal is to give you a true African hunting experience and a safari you will remember for years to come.

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What about bringing my own rifle ?

For a minor fee PHASA will have your rifle importation permits done before you arrive which we strongly recommend. This is an easy process. Below is a brief summary of what you will need to have your permit pre-approved. Hunters bringing firearms into South Africa for hunting purposes should download a copy of the Temporary Firearm Import Application -SAP 520 and complete this form before arrival in South Africa. How to fill out the SAP 520 This is essential to help streamline the entry process. The form must be completed in black ink.

Required along with the SAP 520 will be the following:

  1. Notarized Passport copy
  2. Airline Ticket
  3. Notarized Proof of Ownership of firearm, eg. legal licence, permit, certificate, authorization or any other documentary proof confirming lawful possession of the firearm: for example Custom 4457 form
  4. Copy of Invitation letter from your Hunting Outfitter.

Al the above documentation need to be scanned and emailed to phasa@phasa.co.za or receiption@phasa.co.za.

Scanned, readable documentation not bigger than 4MB can be emailed.  PHASA needs the following documents at the latest 30 days prior to your arrival.

COST/S PAYMENTS: 

A. $150.00 USD per applicant.

B. PHASA accepts credit card payments and bank transfers. (Request the authorization form from PHASA)

For more information regarding the application visit https://www.phasa.co.za/legislation/firearms/firearms-import-permits/pre-issued-permits.html

This information is necessary for the actual Temporary Import Permit, as well as if the police need to be in contact with you for any reason. Firearms will be physically inspected to ensure the serial numbers match those of the licenses and the application forms. Ammunition will also be inspected, and it is important to note that this ammunition also requires a permit.

Also, please ensure that your firearms arrive on the same flight as you do. You and no one else may sign for your firearms. Please do not pay for any service regarding the handling of a firearm at the airport, this is a free service . Please note however that there is a handling fee charged by airlines and/or security companies for the handling of handguns. When you depart from the country, you MUST take all your firearms as stated on the Import Permit with you. Permits will only be issued for ammunition that is accompanied by a firearm of the same caliber. Temporary Import Permits will not be issued for anyone under the age of 21.

May I bring more than one rifle/shotgun ?

Yes, but no more than one firearm per caliber and 200 rounds per caliber per client will be allowed into the country. More than one shotgun of the same caliber may be allowed for bird hunting purposes if the client produces on arrival an acceptable written motivation as to why he/she requires more than one shotgun of the same caliber.

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