New Jersey is home to approximately 400 Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders, representing about 0.2% of all licensed firearms dealers in the United States. This comprehensive directory helps New Jersey 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 transfer, or find a licensed dealer for compliance purposes, our directory makes it easy to connect with FFLs across New Jersey.
Browse by city below to find a licensed FFL near you in New Jersey.
Obtaining a Federal Firearms License in New Jersey requires completing both federal and comprehensive state requirements. 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. New Jersey requires dealers to obtain a state retail firearms dealer license through the Superintendent of State Police, in addition to the federal FFL. Applicants must meet strict zoning requirements and obtain local government approval. The process involves extensive background checks and compliance with New Jersey's detailed firearms regulations. For a complete, step-by-step guide, check out FastBound's FFL guide for New Jersey.
Federal Firearms License holders in New Jersey are authorized to engage in various firearms-related business activities depending on their license type, subject to comprehensive state regulations. 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. New Jersey FFLs must verify that buyers possess a valid Firearms Purchaser Identification Card (FID) or permit to purchase a handgun. They facilitate all transfers, including private sales, and ensure compliance with the state's assault weapons restrictions and magazine capacity limits.
Yes, you can purchase firearms online and have them shipped to a licensed FFL in New Jersey for transfer, provided the firearm is legal in the state. Federal law requires that all firearms purchased online from out-of-state sellers be shipped to a licensed dealer who will process the transfer. New Jersey has specific restrictions on assault weapons, magazine capacities, and certain firearm features, so verify your intended purchase complies with state law. You must possess a valid FID for long guns or obtain a permit to purchase for handguns. Contact the FFL beforehand to confirm they accept transfers and that your firearm is New Jersey-compliant.
New Jersey has approximately 393 active Federal Firearms License holders distributed across the state. From the northern suburbs near New York City to the Jersey Shore and southern New Jersey communities, FFLs serve residents throughout the state's 21 counties. Despite the state's comprehensive firearms regulations, this network ensures that New Jersey residents with proper credentials have access to licensed dealers for firearm purchases, transfers, and compliance services. Use this directory to browse FFLs by city and find a licensed dealer near you.