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

Transfers and selling in Apex

FFL transfers: 5 dealers in Apex have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 9 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 Apex →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Raleigh56 dealers · 14 mi
Durham24 dealers · 18 mi
Garner15 dealers · 18 mi
Sanford29 dealers · 24 mi
Clayton15 dealers · 26 mi

Buying a gun in North Carolina

North Carolina 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 Apex: common questions

How many gun stores are in Apex, NC?

Apex has 14 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 8 Type 01 retail dealers, 6 Type 07 manufacturers and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers, including 2 SOT dealers that can handle NFA items.

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

Yes. 5 dealers in Apex have confirmed they accept FFL transfers; up to 9 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 Apex have more gun stores?

Raleigh (56 dealers, about 14 miles away) and Durham (24), Garner (15) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.