I was planning on bringing a shot gun on my next safari to South Africa. Do they allow pump shotguns into the country?

Pumps, yes.

Semi-autos, no.

From riflepermits.com, prohibited firearms which may NOT be imported into South Africa, includes:

Any fully automatic weapon,

Any semi-automatic weapon,

No semi-automatic shotguns,

Handgun(s) for self-defense,

Weapons which fall under military categories.


Take some # 4 buckshot for the big geese.

I doubt they'd check, but if I remember correctly, pumps are supposed to be plugged to allow no more than 2 + 1........ I'd recommend you check with your outfitter......

THANKS GUYS