There are a number of threads on here regarding ITAR restrictions-these are the regulations regarding the export of items the US Govt don’t want shipped overseas. Mostly they relate to dual use or military items that the US don’t want falling into the ‘wrong hands’ and possibly in worst case scenario being used against their own people or Armed Forces.
The regulations are voluminous and complex. They also carry stiff sentences for transgression which frightens a lot of US CEO’s rigid. Given the minuscule share of the market that the UK represents some just won’t export anything that COULD be griefy.
Examples of items that can cause problems are as simple as Red dot sights / scopes with mil dots - nothing you can’t buy in the UK, but there you are.
I’ve had some replacement parts for my MDT Grnd bipod sent from Canada, this has come to a stand still at customs here in the uk, I’ve had phone calls asking what’s it for, I had to fill out a declaration form stating what it is, and also send a copy of my firearms certificate it’s literally the piece of the bipod that clamps to the arca rail and the bolt to tighten it up.
Still hasn’t received it yet.
Very sadly, they can’t send outside the EU without some sort of arms export license. This is very tedious and they have been very helpful and friendly but the export license is annoying to sort.
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.