FFL Dealers in San Mateo, CA
5 licensed firearms dealers in San Mateo, California
Finding an FFL Dealer in San Mateo, California
There are 5 federally licensed firearms dealers in San Mateo, CA, serving a population of 103,555. These include 4 dealers / gunsmiths, 1 pawnbroker.
San Mateo has 4.8 FFL dealers per 100,000 residents — below the national average of 34.4 per 100K. Residents may need to consider dealers in neighboring cities for more options.
When choosing an FFL dealer for a transfer, call ahead to confirm their transfer fee and ensure they are accepting transfers. Most dealers in San Mateo charge between $20–$50 per transfer. You will need a valid government-issued photo ID and must pass an NICS background check to complete any firearm purchase or transfer.
Gun Laws in California
California has some of the strictest gun laws in the country, including a 10-day waiting period, assault weapon ban, 10-round magazine limit, and a Firearm Safety Certificate requirement for all purchases. Suppressors and open carry are prohibited.
- Concealed carry: Permit required (may-issue)
- Waiting period: 10 days
- Background check: State-run system
- Minimum age: 21 for handguns, 21 for long guns
- Assault weapon restrictions: Yes
- Magazine limit: 10 rounds
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