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

Transfers and selling in Hays

FFL transfers: 2 dealers in Hays 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 →

Nearby cities with more dealers

North Wilkesboro6 dealers · 7 mi
Elkin7 dealers · 14 mi
Jefferson5 dealers · 19 mi
Taylorsville16 dealers · 28 mi
Boone8 dealers · 30 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 Hays: common questions

How many gun stores are in Hays, NC?

Hays has 4 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 3 Type 01 retail dealers, 1 Type 07 manufacturer and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers.

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

Yes. 2 dealers in Hays 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.

What larger cities near Hays have more gun stores?

North Wilkesboro (6 dealers, about 7 miles away) and Elkin (7), Jefferson (5) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.