The Northern Mariana Islands is home to just 4 Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders, serving the firearms needs of this U.S. territory in the Western Pacific. This directory helps Northern Mariana Islands residents locate licensed gun dealers and firearms transfer agents in the territory. Whether you need to purchase a firearm or complete a required transfer, our directory helps you connect with the limited number of FFLs operating in the CNMI.
Browse below to find a licensed FFL in the Northern Mariana Islands.
Obtaining a Federal Firearms License in the Northern Mariana Islands 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. The CNMI has territorial firearms regulations that dealers must also comply with, and the remote location presents unique challenges for operating a firearms business. For a complete, step-by-step guide, check out FastBound's FFL guide for the Northern Mariana Islands.
Federal Firearms License holders in the Northern Mariana Islands 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. FFLs in the CNMI work with local authorities to ensure compliance with territorial firearm regulations. They can receive firearms shipped from the U.S. mainland, facilitate transfers, and maintain the required records for ATF compliance.
Yes, you can purchase firearms online and have them shipped to a licensed FFL in the Northern Mariana Islands 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. Due to the CNMI's remote location in the Pacific, shipping times and costs may be significantly higher than mainland transfers. Before making an online purchase, contact the FFL to confirm they accept transfers and understand the logistics involved.
The Northern Mariana Islands has only 4 active Federal Firearms License holders serving the territory's population. This limited number reflects the territory's small population and remote Pacific location. Despite the small number of dealers, CNMI residents can access FFL services for firearm purchases and transfers. Use this directory to find one of the licensed dealers operating in the Northern Mariana Islands for your firearms needs.