FFL Dealers in Washington, DC

4 licensed firearms dealers (FFLs) in Washington, District of Columbia. Call ahead to confirm transfers, fees and stock.

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FFL dealers in Washington at a glance

Dealer in Firearms
3
Importer of Firearms
1
Open on weekends
2
Google rating, 2 rated dealers
4.8 ★

Counts come from the current ATF Federal Firearms Licensee list for Washington, District of Columbia; ratings, hours and range information come from each business's public listing where available.

Transfers and selling in Washington

  • FFL transfers: 2 dealers in Washington have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 2 other licensed dealers hold a licence type that can receive one but have not posted a transfer policy. Call ahead to confirm and ask about the fee.
  • Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Buying a gun in District of Columbia

  • Waiting period: 10 days — all firearms.
  • Magazine capacity limit: 10 rounds.
State-by-state purchase rules →

Gun stores in Washington: common questions

How many gun stores are in Washington, DC?

Washington has 4 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 3 Type 01 retail dealers, 0 Type 07 manufacturers and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers.

Can I have a gun shipped to an FFL in Washington?

Yes. 2 dealers in Washington have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 2 other licensed dealers hold a licence type that can receive one but have not posted a transfer policy. Call ahead to confirm and ask about the fee. The receiving dealer completes the Form 4473 and background check before you take possession.