Before You Place an Order

If there is any special requirement or permit needed for airsoft shipments, please make sure to provide all required information before placing the order.

All orders require a processing period of approximately 7–14 business days from the date of order confirmation. This period includes order verification, fulfillment preparation, and shipment scheduling, and excludes weekends and public holidays.


Country-Specific Requirements Overview

  • South Korea [RESTRICTED] 
    Requires orange tip / muzzle velocity below 0.2J / original flash hider not included (must ship separately)
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  • United States [RESTRICTED]
    Requires orange tip / trademarks covered / SB199 regulation
    (USPS international parcels suspended; UPS recommended)
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  • Canada [NOT ALLOWED]
    Airsoft guns (including M4 series products) cannot be shipped
  • United Kingdom [RESTRICTED]
    UKARA permit required
  • Japan [RESTRICTED]
    Muzzle velocity below 0.98J / full metal airsoft guns are not allowed
  • Netherlands [RESTRICTED]
    NABV permit required (airsoft guns and parts)
  • Germany [RESTRICTED]
    No markings allowed / requires “F in a pentagon” marking on airsoft guns
  • Brazil [RESTRICTED]
    CPF number required
  • Philippines [NOT ALLOWED]
    Complete airsoft guns and realistic firearm parts are not allowed

Additional Fee:
Orange tip – USD 4.00 (rifles) / USD 2.50 (pistols)


Buyer Responsibility

  • Buyers must fully understand and comply with their local laws and regulations before purchasing airsoft products.
  • AST is not responsible for any import duties, taxes, or customs clearance fees incurred once the products arrive in the destination country.
  • AST is not responsible for any products that are seized, delayed, or held by customs authorities.
  • Buyers bear full responsibility for the risk of returned parcels. No refunds will be issued in such cases.
  • Once the product has been shipped/exported from Taiwan, AST shall not be held liable for any issues arising during international transit, including customs inspection, detention or return by customs, shipping delays, carrier damage, loss of goods, or any restrictions imposed by the destination country’s laws or regulations, as well as any other related factors.
  • AST is not responsible for any modifications, requirements, or compliance obligations imposed by the destination country after shipment.

Order Cancellation Policy

A 10% PayPal handling fee will be charged for refunds under the following conditions:

  • Order cancellation without prior confirmation from customer service
  • Cancellation for personal reasons without approval

Please carefully consider before placing an order.
Contact: astonlinshop@gmail.com


Package Returned / Refund Handling

Reason of Return Fee Charged / Refund
Returned from customs (rifles with orange tip) 5% handling fee charged from product amount
Returned from customs Product amount refunded
Shipping fee not refundable
Addressee refused / unclaimed package 15% handling fee charged from product amount
Shipping fee not refundable
Returning goods without authorization No refund
Other situations AST reserves the right to decide on a refund

Out-of-Stock / Pre-order Products

  • Please confirm the product name and item number carefully before purchase.
  • For out-of-stock and pre-order items, delivery time is subject to supplier availability and schedule.
  • We recommend contacting us in advance to confirm stock availability before placing an order.
  • By placing an order, the buyer agrees to the required waiting period and acknowledges that delays may occur due to supplier conditions. If the customer is unable to wait for the processing or delivery time, please do not place the order.
  • A 20% handling fee will be charged if the order is canceled or modified during the waiting period after confirmation.

Shipping Policy

ePacket

Under 2kg / Estimated delivery: 10–15 business days (excluding customs and weekends)

International Registered Small Packet does not include signature or formal inquiry services, and no compensation is provided for loss or damage. If this service does not meet your needs, please choose EMS or UPS.

EMS

Over 2kg / Estimated delivery: 5–7 business days (excluding customs)

Delivery delays may occur due to reduced flights.

*ePacket and EMS services are not available for shipments to the United States and Greece.


Mail Delivery Issue in Canada

Mail delivery in Canada may take 1–2 months, and tracking updates may be unavailable. Please understand delays may be longer than usual.
Contact: astonlinshop@gmail.com


Return & Exchange Policy

  • 7-day return/exchange applies to factory defects only
  • Proof of defect required within 7 days
  • Items must include all original accessories and manuals
  • Improper use, disassembly, or modification voids eligibility
  • Return shipping covered only if AST made an error

If no defect is found, a USD 20 inspection fee applies.
Processing time: approximately 3–4 weeks.

Complete airsoft rifles and pistols are not exchangeable.

Last Updated: 2026.04.14