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

Transfers and selling in Columbia

FFL transfers: 2 dealers in Columbia have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 3 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. See transfer dealers in Columbia →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Glen Burnie9 dealers · 13 mi
Sykesville8 dealers · 15 mi
Baltimore23 dealers · 16 mi
Rockville14 dealers · 17 mi
Bowie8 dealers · 17 mi

Buying a gun in Maryland

Purchase permit: HQL required — handguns.
Waiting period: 7 days — handguns and certain rifles.
Magazine capacity limit: 10 rounds.

State-by-state purchase rules →

Gun stores in Columbia: common questions

How many gun stores are in Columbia, MD?

Columbia has 5 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 4 Type 01 retail dealers, 1 Type 07 manufacturer and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers, including 1 SOT dealer that can handle NFA items.

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

Yes. 2 dealers in Columbia have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 3 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.

What larger cities near Columbia have more gun stores?

Glen Burnie (9 dealers, about 13 miles away) and Sykesville (8), Baltimore (23) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.