Virginia is home to approximately 2,100 Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders, representing about 2.4% of all licensed firearms dealers in the United States. This comprehensive directory helps Virginia residents and visitors locate licensed gun dealers, firearms transfer agents, and gun stores throughout the Commonwealth. 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 Virginia.
Browse by city below to find a licensed FFL near you in Virginia.
Obtaining a Federal Firearms License in Virginia 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. Virginia does not require a separate state dealer license, though dealers must comply with state regulations including universal background check requirements. Local jurisdictions may have business licensing and zoning requirements. For a complete, step-by-step guide, check out FastBound's FFL guide for Virginia.
Federal Firearms License holders in Virginia 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. Virginia FFLs facilitate all firearms transfers as state law requires background checks for private sales. They conduct checks through the Virginia State Police and ensure compliance with Virginia's one-handgun-per-month limit and other state regulations.
Yes, you can purchase firearms online and have them shipped to a licensed FFL in Virginia 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 through the Virginia State Police before releasing the firearm to you. Virginia has specific regulations including the one-handgun-per-month rule and assault firearm restrictions. Before making an online purchase, contact the FFL to confirm they accept transfers and that your firearm complies with Virginia law.
Virginia has approximately 2,066 active Federal Firearms License holders distributed across the Commonwealth. From the Northern Virginia suburbs of Washington D.C. to Hampton Roads, Richmond, and communities throughout Virginia's 95 counties and 38 independent cities, FFLs are readily accessible to residents statewide. This extensive network ensures that Virginians 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.