Transfer Fees & Services

Transparent pricing for all transfer services. Fees are per firearm unless otherwise noted. Contact us before shipping for current availability.

Transfer Fee Schedule

Service Fee Notes
Standard FFL Transfer Included Included in cost of firearm purchase. Private party purchase: $45.00
Private Party Transfer $45.00 Required by WA law for all private sales
NFA Transfer $0.00 to $200 Suppressors, SBRs, AOWs; includes Form 4 assistance
Machine Gun Transfer $0.00 to $200 Pre-1986 transferable machine guns
NICS Delay Research No charge We contact you with status updates
Return to Sender (unclaimed) $XX.XX Plus shipping costs; after 90 days

Fees subject to change. Confirm current pricing when you contact us.

FFL Transfer Process

Follow these steps to have your online firearm purchase shipped to Arsenal Armory for transfer.

1

Contact Us First

Call or email before purchasing to confirm we can receive your transfer and verify current fees. Some items may have restrictions.

Phone: +1 (360) 609-0147

Email: transfers@arsenalarmory.com

2

Request Our FFL

We will send a signed copy of our FFL directly to your seller. Provide the seller's email or fax number and we'll transmit it promptly.

Do not share our FFL publicly. We send it directly to verified sellers.

3

Seller Ships Firearm

Your seller (must be an FFL or manufacturer) ships the firearm to our address. Include your name and contact information inside the package.

Ship To:

Arsenal Armory
Attn: FFL Transfers
[Street Address]
Brush Prairie, WA [ZIP]

4

We Notify You

Once we receive and log your firearm, we will contact you within 24–48 hours to schedule your pickup appointment.

5

Complete Paperwork

Come to our location with valid ID. You'll complete ATF Form 4473 and we'll conduct the NICS background check.

6

Waiting Period (if applicable)

Washington State waiting periods apply to pistols (10 days) and semi-automatic rifles (10 business days). We hold your firearm until the period clears.

7

Take Possession

Once approved and any waiting period has elapsed, return to our location to pay the transfer fee and take possession of your firearm.

What to Bring

Standard Transfers

  • Valid government-issued photo ID
  • ID must show current WA address
  • Transfer fee payment
  • Invoice/receipt from seller (recommended)

Semi-Auto Rifle Transfers

  • All items above, plus:
  • Proof of firearms safety training
  • Must be 21 or older
  • Prepared to sign health records waiver

NFA Transfers

  • Valid government-issued photo ID
  • Two passport-style photos
  • Fingerprint cards (we can assist)
  • Trust documents (if applicable)
  • $200 for ATF tax stamp

Private Party Transfers

Washington State law (I-594) requires all private party firearm transfers to go through a licensed dealer with a background check. No exceptions except for transfers between immediate family members.

Process

  1. Both buyer and seller come to Arsenal Armory together
  2. Seller presents the firearm (unloaded, cased)
  3. We log the firearm into our A&D book
  4. Buyer completes ATF Form 4473
  5. We conduct NICS background check
  6. Applicable waiting period observed
  7. Upon approval, buyer takes possession
  8. Transfer fee applies

What Each Party Needs

Seller:

  • The firearm (unloaded, cased)
  • Valid government-issued ID

Buyer:

  • Valid government-issued photo ID with current WA address
  • Payment for firearm (to seller) and transfer fee (to us)
  • Training documentation (if semi-automatic rifle)

NFA Transfer Process

NFA items (suppressors, SBRs, machine guns, etc.) have additional federal requirements and longer processing times.

Timeline

  • Form 4 approval: Currently 2 months to 2 years
  • Form 3 (dealer to dealer): 2–4 weeks typical
  • Form 1 (manufacture): Variable; check current times

What We Handle

  • Form 4 preparation and submission
  • Photo and fingerprint assistance
  • CLEO notification
  • Secure storage during approval process
  • Status updates (when available)
  • Final transfer upon approval

Costs

  • ATF Tax Stamp: $200 (paid to ATF)
  • Our Transfer Fee: $XXX.XX
  • Photos/Fingerprints: Included or small additional fee

Full NFA Regulations

Shipping Requirements

Who Can Ship to Us

  • Other Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs)
  • Firearm manufacturers
  • Online retailers with valid FFLs

We cannot accept shipments directly from unlicensed individuals. Private party transfers must be conducted in person at our location.

Shipping Instructions for Sellers

  • Ship via UPS or FedEx (USPS for handguns from FFLs is acceptable)
  • Include buyer's name and contact information inside the package
  • Include invoice or packing slip
  • Signature required on delivery
  • Insure shipment for full value

Storage & Unclaimed Transfers

Storage Policy

  • First 30 days: No storage fee
  • After 90 days: We may return to sender or dispose per policy

Communication

We will attempt to contact you multiple times before returning items. Please keep your contact information current and respond promptly to our messages.

Contact for Transfers

Transfer Department

Phone: +1 (360) 609-0147

Email: transfers@arsenalarmory.com

FFL Requests: ffl@arsenalarmory.com

Hours: Monday–Friday, 10am–5pm
By appointment only