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

Transfers and selling in Carson

FFL transfers: 1 dealer in Carson has confirmed it accepts FFL transfers; up to 5 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 Carson →
Selling or pawning: No licensed firearms pawnbroker in this city.

How an FFL transfer works →Typical transfer fees →

Nearby cities with more dealers

Mandan17 dealers · 48 mi
Bismarck46 dealers · 52 mi
Dickinson24 dealers · 70 mi
Ashley7 dealers · 108 mi
Minot29 dealers · 132 mi

Buying a gun in North Dakota

North Dakota 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 Carson: common questions

How many gun stores are in Carson, ND?

Carson has 6 active Federal Firearms License holders in the current ATF data: 4 Type 01 retail dealers, 2 Type 07 manufacturers and 0 Type 02 pawnbrokers.

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

Yes. 1 dealer in Carson has confirmed it accepts FFL transfers; up to 5 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 Carson have more gun stores?

Mandan (17 dealers, about 48 miles away) and Bismarck (46), Dickinson (24) have larger selections of FFL dealers within driving distance.