New Zealand
In New Zealand any member of the public over the age of 18, may own and fire most air rifles without a firearms license, provided he use the air rifle in a safe environment with a responsible attitude.
Minors 16 and over, but under the age of 18 require a Firearms License to possess an air rifle – however they may use an air rifle under adult supervision without this license.
Airguns can not be fully automatic, and there is provision under the NZ Arms Laws to specify "specially dangerous airguns". Only pre-charged pneumatic rifles have now been specified in this category, but for these a firearms license is now a requirement for possession and use. The change was made as a consequence of two fatal shootings by .22 calibre semi automatic air rifles.
Read more about this topic: Air Gun Laws
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