Question: is it legal to own a gun in thailand

title: Overview of gun laws by nation
text: A firearm license in Thailand is granted only for self - defense , property protection , hunting , or sporting use . A license may not be issued to anyone who is a repeat offender or mentally unstable . Citizenship is not required to purchase and use firearms . But non-citizens must have a resident permit . A person is also not allowed to carry their gun without an additional permit for concealed carry . Even for Thai citizens permitted to own firearms , firearms are expensive . Fully automatic firearms and explosive devices are prohibited . 

Answer: answer: A firearm license in Thailand is granted only for self-defense, property protection, hunting, or sporting use . Fully automatic firearms and explosive devices are prohibited.