Still up as I am answering correspondence and working on some photos.

To buy a firearm first you need approval from the state police firearms branch. There is usually not a problem for this. In SA the sale/transfer needs to be done either by a registered firearms dealer or witnessed by a police officer. Some club officials I believe can also do this.

There is a waiting period of I think 21 or 28 days before the approval is given.

Tax liability. If imported correctly a firearm will attract a 10% GST (Goods and Services Tax) on the sales value of the firearm and freight and insurance, costs incurred in importation etc.

It may also be required to be inspected and tested by customs. I am not aware of these procedures but soon may be.

If you import on a temporary basis a firearm as a tourist, I am sure they will want to see it when you leave or see the appropriate documentation.

We can discuss this together directly if you wish as to fine tuning some of this.