How do I find a local FFL to ship my firearm to?

How do I find a local FFL to ship my firearm to?

  1. The easiest way is to use an online FFL lookup tool like this one from GunBroker.com
  2. Pick an FFL in your state. Generally, transfers from an FFL to a non-FFL 
  3. Contact an FFL local to your area to make sure they’re conducting transfers. 
  4. The ATF also maintains a list of current FFL holders by state.
  5. For more details, see the “Shipping Process and Transfer Fees” section of our FAQ entitled "Buying a Firearm Online: In Depth".

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