Actually, there's an easy way around that, as well. All that is required is a hunting license. Taken directly from the ATF link above:TDDude wrote:Ferinners can't purchase a firearm from a dealer until they get a "green card". There's nothing wrong with face to face as long as its done in good faith. Since you know the guy, no problem. The challenge would be for your friend to legally take it home when he leaves.
As far as simply just going out to shoot is concerned, Welcome to Texas!!!
(R1) May nonimmigrant aliens legally in the United States purchase or possess firearms and ammunition while in the United States?
Nonimmigrant aliens generally are prohibited from possessing or receiving (purchasing) firearms and ammunition in the United States.
There are exceptions to this general prohibition. The exceptions are as follows:
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nonimmigrant aliens who possess a valid (unexpired) hunting license or permit lawfully issued by a State in the United States;
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