How do I find a licensed FFL near me in District of Columbia?

Use our directory to search by city or ZIP code. All listings are sourced from the ATF's FFL registry and verified against state databases.

What does an FFL transfer cost in District of Columbia?

Transfer fees typically range from $20–$75 depending on the dealer. Contact the shop directly for their current fee schedule.

FFL Dealers in District of Columbia

Q: Does District of Columbia require a state dealer license on top of FFL?

Yes, District of Columbia requires a separate state dealer license in addition to the federal FFL. The licensing authority is DC Metropolitan Police.

Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealers in District of Columbia are authorized to sell, transfer, and service firearms. Whether you're buying your first handgun or shipping an online purchase for transfer, here's what to know about working with FFLs in District of Columbia.

Notable: D.C. has very strict gun laws including registration of all firearms, assault weapons ban, and magazine restrictions. Very few licensed dealers operate in the District.

District of Columbia Gun Law Overview

Concealed Carry

Shall-Issue

State carry policy

Purchase Permit

Required

State purchase requirements

Key Restrictions

Waiting period, AWB, Mag limit, Red flag

State-level restrictions

Notable

D.C. has very strict gun laws including registration of all firearms, assault weapons ban, and magazine restrictions. Very few licensed dealers operate in the District.

State dealer licensing

District of Columbia requires a state dealer license in addition to the federal FFL through the DC Metropolitan Police.

Sources: ATF FFL data; NRA-ILA state law summaries; USCCA reciprocity maps. See our data sources. This is for informational purposes only and is NOT legal advice.