If you bought a firearm online, it has to ship to a licensed dealer (an FFL) near you for pickup. The catch: transfer fees and service quality vary widely from one dealer to the next — the same handgun transfer can cost $20 at a small local shop or $75 or more at a busy…
Quick answer: You can transfer a gun to a family member, but the rules turn on two questions: do you both live in the same state, and is it a gift or an inheritance? Same-state family gifts are generally legal under federal law, though state law may add requirements. Interstate gifts must go through a…
Quick answer: A non-licensed individual may legally ship a firearm directly to a licensed FFL dealer in any state — you do not need a dealer on the sending end. Long guns can ship via USPS, but handguns must go by private carrier such as UPS or FedEx, generally on air/overnight service. You can never…
Quick answer: Most FFL transfers take about one to two weeks from online purchase to pickup. Shipping to your FFL dealer takes 2–7 business days, the dealer logs the firearm into their bound book within a day or two, and the ATF Form 4473 paperwork plus NICS background check takes anywhere from minutes to 3…
Massachusetts has some of the most detailed firearm transfer rules in the country, and they changed meaningfully with the state’s 2024 firearms-law modernization. If you buy a gun online and ship it to Massachusetts, it goes to a licensed dealer who verifies your state license, checks the firearm against the state’s approved roster where applicable,…
Buying a firearm online and having it shipped to New Jersey is one of the most heavily regulated transactions in the country. Unlike most states, New Jersey controls firearm purchases at the state level through the State Police and a permit system that you must complete before a dealer can hand you anything. If you’ve…
Buying a suppressor, short-barreled rifle (SBR), or other NFA item online is legal — but the process is significantly more involved than a standard FFL transfer. You need the right paperwork, the right dealer, and a lot of patience. Here’s a complete breakdown of how NFA transfers work, what it costs, and what to expect….
Indiana joined the constitutional carry movement in 2022, making it one of the most firearm-friendly states in the Midwest. If you’ve bought a gun online and need to pick it up through a local FFL dealer, here’s a complete breakdown of the Indiana FFL transfer process — including fees, state law, and how to pick…
Nevada has some unique gun laws that affect FFL transfers — most importantly, the state requires background checks on all firearm transfers, including private party sales. Whether you’re buying online, purchasing from a private seller in Las Vegas, or picking up from a dealer in Reno, here’s exactly what the process looks like and what…
Missouri gun buyers have more freedom than most states — no permit required, no waiting period, and constitutional carry since 2017. But federal law still requires your online gun purchase to ship through a licensed FFL dealer before you can take it home. Here’s how the process works in the Show-Me State. 🛡️ Know Your…
