Transfer
Legally.
Gun Transfer made legal: private gun sales require more than a handshake. We handle the background check, the bill of sale, and the documentation that holds up. Flat $50. No surprises.
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Three steps to a
legal transfer.
No gun shop visit required in our 37 served states. Done from your phone in under ten minutes.
Firearm details. Buyer's information. Yours. Both parties enter their own — no shared logins, no copying someone else's data.
A real, documented background check on the buyer. Identity verified for both parties. Documented PASS or FAIL — never a guess.
Both parties sign electronically. Records archive in your Gun Vault and stay there — accessible to you for the rest of your life.
It costs $50 to do this right. Here's what it costs to do it wrong.
We're not selling peace of mind. We're selling a real background check on the buyer, a bill of sale that holds up, and records that won't disappear. The math is on the right.
A handshake
isn't enough
anymore.
Here's exactly what you get for $50 flat. No add-ons. No tiers. No "starting at."
All of this for $50 →Choose Your State
Private gun sale laws by state vary significantly across the United States.
Use the interactive map or dropdown selector to view the detailed guide explaining firearm sale laws in your state.
- Private firearm transfer rules
- Dealer transfer requirements
- Background check laws
- Waiting period requirements
- Documentation recommendations
Is My Gun Transfer
Legal?
Answer four quick questions. We’ll tell you whether we can run your transfer — or route you to a licensed FFL near you.
What state are you transferring in?
State law decides whether we can run your transfer ourselves or whether federal/state law requires a licensed FFL dealer.
What type of transfer is this?
Cross-state and dealer transfers follow federal law that overrides state rules.
What type of firearm?
NFA items (suppressors, SBRs, machine guns) require a Form 4 with the ATF — we don’t handle those.
How well do you know the buyer?
Federal liability sits with the seller. A documented background check is your legal cover — especially when you’re less sure about the buyer.
"It shall be unlawful for any person... to sell or otherwise dispose of any firearm to any person knowing or having reasonable cause to believe that such person is prohibited..."
"Reasonable cause to believe" is the phrase that ends careers. A documented background check on the buyer is the cleanest, fastest, cheapest way to make sure that phrase never applies to you. The alternative — selling to someone who can't legally own a gun — is a federal crime, and the liability sits with the seller.
Run the check — $50 →Specifics.
Do I have to ship my gun anywhere?
No. The gun stays with you. We handle the paperwork digitally; you and the buyer meet in person to do the handoff once everything is signed and the check has come back clean.
How does $50 compare to my local gun shop's transfer fee?
Most gun shops in our 37-state coverage area charge $45 to $125 just for the FFL transfer fee. The shop runs a background check; some give you a bill of sale, most don't; almost none keep records you can pull years later. We do all three for $50 flat.
What states can't you serve?
13 states require a licensed FFL to handle every private transfer (CA, CO, CT, HI, IL, MD, MA, NV, NJ, NM, NY, OR, RI, WA). We're not an FFL, so we can't run those — but we'll route you to a local dealer who can. Same for any cross-state sale, which by federal law always uses an FFL.
What's the actual background check?
A documented commercial background check on the buyer — the same standard a licensed dealer runs at point of sale. PASS or FAIL is written down and goes into your file. If FAIL, the buyer can't legally take possession of the firearm — but you walk away with documented proof you ran the check, which is exactly the legal cover the $50 bought.
What if the buyer fails the check?
The transfer doesn't legally happen — but you got exactly what you paid for: a documented background check on the buyer. That documentation is your federal liability cover and lives in your Gun Vault forever. The $50 bought the check, not a guaranteed transfer. To check a different buyer, you'd start a new transfer.
Can I use this for an estate sale or inherited gun?
Yes — one of the most common uses we see. The transfer documents the firearm moving from the estate to the new owner, with a real check and a real bill of sale. Estate-sale operators use us specifically because the records satisfy their liability insurer.
What about NFA items, suppressors, SBRs?
Those go through a different path — Form 4, ATF, $200 tax stamp, six-to-twelve-month wait, Class 3 dealer. We don't handle NFA. Your local Class 3 dealer does.
How long are the records kept?
Forever. Every transfer is archived in your Gun Vault and accessible to you anytime. Useful for insurance claims, estate planning, or just having proof years later that the gun isn't yours anymore.
Don't sell blind.
Transfer smart.
A legal transfer protects you, protects the buyer, and keeps the transaction permanent. $50. Done in under ten minutes. Records you'll have forever.
Resource Center
Your Complete Gun Transfer Knowledge Hub
Every guide, form, and state law you need to complete a private firearm transfer — legally, safely, and with full documentation behind you.
Know Exactly What Your State Requires
Gun transfer laws differ dramatically across the country. Our state-by-state guides walk you through what's required wherever you are — from private sale rules to mandatory background checks and dealer involvement.
How to Transfer a Gun
Clear walkthroughs covering every stage of a legal gun transfer — from first click to signed bill of sale.
Private Gun Sale Resources
Navigate party-to-party firearm sales safely — without an FFL dealer and without the guesswork.
Forms, Bills of Sale & Tools
Free downloadable forms and compliance guides so every transfer is documented and fully defensible.
Articles, News & Company Info
In-depth articles, company background, and everything else you need to know about Gun Transfer.
OFFICIAL GUN LAW RESOURCES
GunTransfer helps firearm owners complete private firearm transfers responsibly while helping buyers and sellers remain compliant with applicable firearm laws.
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