Firearms imported in baggage up to 31 1 1987 are regularised but barred from transfer during the licensee's lifetime. Firearms imported in baggage up to 31-1-1987 are regularised provided they are not transferred within India during the licensee's lifetime. Transfer of Residence imports are limited to one firearm proven to have been possessed for at least one year, with possession licences and purchase vouchers required; sporting weapons imports for recognised rifle clubs may be allowed on departmental recommendation. Detained firearms may be released subject to licence endorsement; doubtful TR imports should be denied and confiscated, and clearance of TR firearms must occur at Assistant Collector level after verification.