Category: FFL

Articles related to getting and keeping your FFL. Included are topics like working with the Bureau of Alcohol. Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) and information about Federal Firearms Licenses (FFL) to help make decisions about FFL type, FFL cost, and SOT Classes.

how to get your FFL in Hawaii

Guide to Getting Your FFL in Hawaii: Home-Based FFL & More

A growing number of people across the nation want to serve their communities as Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders. These FFL holders are allowed by federal law to handle the selling and distribution of firearms. There are just a few requirements to follow to get your FFL in Hawaii. In addition to this, there are […]

how to get your ffl in idaho

Get Your Idaho FFL in 4 Steps [Plus, Local Zoning FAQs]

If you are ever in the market for a new firearm, need to pick up some ammo, or are even interested in firearm curios, you will inevitably visit a federal firearms licensee. These licensees are legally allowed to buy and sell firearms, ammunition, and with the proper licensing, NFA items. Getting your Federal Firearms License […]

how to get your ffl in colorado

How to Get Your FFL in Colorado: State/Federal Requirements

Obtaining your Federal Firearms License (or FFL) in Colorado permits you to handle the sale and distribution of firearms according to federal law. At a glance, Colorado has an average amount of gun laws statewide, but FFL dealers in a few counties and cities should be aware of their local restrictions. Getting your FFL in […]

how to get your ffl in delaware

How to Get Your FFL in Delaware: An ATF Attorney’s Guide

As the firearm community continues to grow throughout the nation, more and more people want to become FFL dealers. These Federal Firearms License holders are legally allowed to sell and purchase firearms in their community. To open a gun store in Delaware, you not only have to apply for an FFL, but you also have […]

how to get your ffl in arizona

How to Get Your FFL in Arizona: Step-by-Step Guide

With a Federal Firearms License (FFL), you can become one of the few people in your community that can legally sell firearms. This is not only a valuable service but also an exciting venture to try. There are just a few requirements to follow to get your FFL in Arizona. At Rocket FFL, we hope […]

how to get your ffl in arkansas

How to Get Your FFL in Arkansas

Deciding that you want to apply for a Federal Firearms License (FFL) can mean a surge of excitement and anticipation. Getting your FFL means you will be able to serve your community by legally buying and selling firearms. However, many people quickly lose that excitement once they see what the process of applying for one […]

how to get your ffl in alaska

How to Get Your FFL in Alaska

A growing number of people across the nation want to serve their communities as Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders. These FFL holders are allowed by federal law to handle the selling and distribution of firearms. There are just a few requirements to follow to get your FFL in Alaska. At Rocket FFL, we hope to […]

how to get your ffl in alabama

How to Get Your FFL in Alabama

A growing number of people across the nation want to serve their communities as Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders. These FFL holders are allowed by federal law to handle the selling and distribution of firearms and ammunition through processes like FFL transfers. There are just a few requirements to follow to get your FFL in […]

Firearm Background Checks

Firearm Background Checks

Before purchasing a firearm from a licensed gun dealer (Federal Firearm License or “FFL”) federal background check requirements must be met. This means that the customer must complete a federal form and, in most cases, undergo a criminal background check. Firearm Purchases from Gun Dealers In order to purchase a “standard” firearm from a licensed […]

how to get your ffl in fl

How to Get Your FFL in Florida

A growing number of people across the nation want to serve their communities as Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders. These FFL holders are allowed by federal law to handle the selling and distribution of firearms. There are just a few requirements to follow to get your FFL in Florida. At Rocket FFL, we hope to […]

California Ammunition Sales

California Ammunition Law 2018 Explained

Q: What are the new California ammunition laws? A: Beginning January 1, 2018, all ammunition sales must occur in face-to-face transactions (no online ammunition sales in California) and the seller needs a valid Ammunition Vendor License in order to sell more than 500 rounds of ammunition in any 30-day period. Ammunition in California California has […]

ATF Inspections DOD

ATF Inspection Process for DOD Contractors

Today, the ATF released an overview of the inspection process for FFLs who are also Department of Defense Contractors. You can view/download the ATF Inspection Process for DOD Contractors, or read it in full below. NOTE: This process is similar, but different from, the normal ATF inspection process for FFLs who are not also DOD […]

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