subject: Obtaining An Ffl Bevy Of Variables [print this page] Obtaining an FFL is a tricky taskObtaining an FFL is a tricky task. For a reasonable task of getting through, you must be sure about variables such as the ATF visit, personal record, types of FFL, paperwork, etc. Read on to know how an FFL kit can help you getting an approval.
Getting a home based FFL is always trickier. Having information about what is involved brings for you a higher chance of success in obtaining an FFL.
Age of Applicant and Citizenship
An applicant must be 21 years of age before applying for an FFL. He/she must also be a citizen of the United States.
Personal Record
The Government will look closely at a criminal record. They will find out about it whether you tell them or not, so you better dont hide anything. Not all such activities end in a denial, so tell them honestly if you have ever been convicted and let them decide. If you are a member in good standing in your local community, it will aid in your application process.
The ATF Visit
You must be prepared for a visit by The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. They will inspect the property from where you will conduct the business, before you are approved by the FFL. They will also interview you, so you must do homework on answering their questions. You must answer them honestly and correctly as wrong replies would eliminate any chances of getting the approval.
Types of FFL
Several types of FFL are there and you must have a clear idea of these for filling out a form.
Type1: Title 1 dealer or gunsmith other than destructive devices
Type2: Title 1 dealer working as a pawnbroker
Type3: collector of curio & relic (C&R) firearms
Type4: manufacturer of ammunition and reloading components other than ammunition for destructive devices and piercing of armor
Type7: manufacturer and dealer of firearms and ammunition; may not manufacture or deal in destructive devices, ammunition for destructive devices or armor piercing ammunition
Type8: importer of Title 1 firearms and ammunition
Type9: dealer in firearms, including destructive devices, ammunition for destructive devices and armor piercing ammunition
Type10: manufacturer of firearms, ammunition and ammunition components including the destructive devices, ammunition for destructive devices, and armor piercing ammunition
Type11: importer of firearms, ammunition, destructive devices, ammunition for destructive devices and armor piercing ammunition
As for the types of FFL licenses required
Class 1 SOT status requires an importer FFL, either Type 8 or 11.
Class 2 SOT status requires a manufacturer FFL, either Type 7 or 10.
Class 3 SOT status requires a dealer or manufacturer FFL, either Type 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11.
Application Fee
The fee varies according to the type of FFL you wish to obtain, which would be from $30 to $200 per year. After the initial three years, renewal is for three years and costs $90. If your application is denied, you get a refund of the application fee.
Paperwork
FFL license requirements include filling out of several forms and submission. One would find it hard to complete the paperwork without the assistance of a pro. There are FFL kits available as well which guide the applicants through the process. You can do an online research to get such a kit which would optimize your chances of getting the approval.
