How to Transfer a Gun to an FFL
Federal Firearm License dealers are people who have completed the necessary paperwork and government background checks, and paid any necessary fees to obtain the license. The FFL allows a person to buy firearms from manufacturers and other sources, and to sell to individuals who are able to pass background checks. FFL dealers are bound by strict federal guidelines, and must be willing to present records pertaining to firearms sales and purchases to government agencies upon request.
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Instructions
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Pay for the firearm purchase in the form of credit card, cashier's check or personal check. Payment in full is required before the firearm can be shipped.
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Obtain a fax number and contact number from the seller. Provide this information to the FFL holder so that a copy of their licensing paperwork may be faxed and retained for recording purposes.
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Contact a local gun store or individual with a current FFL to arrange delivery of the gun to them. Ask any questions at this point to understand the process and any fees required.
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Give the seller the name, address and contact number of the FFL dealer to whom the gun will be shipped locally. It is necessary to provide this information or the gun will not be shipped.
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Pick up the gun from the local FFL dealer. This will require either the presentation of a firearm purchase permit or the completion of background-check paperwork.
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Tips & Warnings
Depending on the state or county, the process for background checks varies in process and time length. In most cases, obtaining a purchasing permit ahead of time, which involves background checks, will speed up the process. Check with the FFL dealer for more information.
Research the process and speak with an FFL dealer prior to beginning the process.
Do not attempt to misrepresent any information given during the process of transferring or the background check. Doing so may violate the law.
