Minnesota is home to approximately 1,600 Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders, representing about 1.5% of all licensed firearms dealers in the United States. This comprehensive directory helps Minnesota residents and visitors locate licensed gun dealers, firearms transfer agents, and gun stores throughout the state. Whether you need to purchase a firearm, complete a private sale transfer, or find a licensed dealer for compliance purposes, our directory makes it easy to connect with FFLs across Minnesota.
Browse by city below to find a licensed FFL near you in Minnesota.
Obtaining a Federal Firearms License in Minnesota requires completing several steps through the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). First, you must be at least 21 years old and legally eligible to possess firearms. Submit ATF Form 7, the Application for Federal Firearms License, along with the required fees and photographs. The ATF conducts a thorough background check and an in-person interview at your proposed business location. Minnesota does not require a separate state dealer license, though dealers must comply with the state's permit-to-purchase or permit-to-carry requirements for handgun and semi-automatic rifle transfers. Local jurisdictions may have business licensing requirements. For a complete, step-by-step guide, check out FastBound's FFL guide for Minnesota.
Federal Firearms License holders in Minnesota are authorized to engage in various firearms-related business activities depending on their license type. Type 01 Dealers can buy, sell, and repair firearms, making them the most common license type for retail gun stores. Type 07 Manufacturers can produce firearms and ammunition, while also conducting dealer activities. Minnesota FFLs must verify that purchasers of handguns and semi-automatic military-style rifles have a valid permit-to-purchase or permit-to-carry. They can facilitate private party transfers, receive firearms shipped from other states, and maintain the required records for ATF compliance.
Yes, you can purchase firearms online and have them shipped to a licensed FFL in Minnesota for transfer. Federal law requires that all firearms purchased online from out-of-state sellers be shipped to a licensed dealer who will process the transfer. The receiving FFL will conduct the required background check before releasing the firearm to you. For handguns and semi-automatic military-style rifles, you must present a valid permit-to-purchase or permit-to-carry. Before making an online purchase, contact the FFL to confirm they accept transfers from individuals and ask about their transfer fee.
Minnesota has approximately 1,609 active Federal Firearms License holders distributed across the state. From the Twin Cities metropolitan area to smaller communities throughout Minnesota's 87 counties, FFLs are readily accessible to residents statewide. This extensive network ensures that Minnesotans have convenient access to licensed dealers for firearm purchases, transfers, and other services. Use this directory to browse FFLs by city and find a licensed dealer near you, whether you're in the metro area or outstate Minnesota.