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

Transfers and selling in Taos

FFL transfers: 2 dealers in Taos 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 Taos →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Espanola6 dealers · 39 mi
Los Alamos9 dealers · 52 mi
White Rock10 dealers · 52 mi
Santa Fe20 dealers · 55 mi
Las Vegas7 dealers · 63 mi

Buying a gun in New Mexico

New Mexico follows the federal baseline: a licensed dealer runs the NICS background check on ATF Form 4473 and there is no state waiting period or purchase permit for most buyers.

State-by-state purchase rules →

Gun stores in Taos: common questions

How many gun stores are in Taos, NM?

Taos has 5 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 3 Type 01 retail dealers, 2 Type 07 manufacturers and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers, including 3 SOT dealers that can handle NFA items.

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

Yes. 2 dealers in Taos 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 Taos have more gun stores?

Espanola (6 dealers, about 39 miles away) and Los Alamos (9), White Rock (10) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.