FFL Dealers in Gainesville, FL

Finding an FFL Dealer in Gainesville, Florida

There are 47 federally licensed firearms dealers in Gainesville, FL, serving a population of 143,611. These include 27 dealers / gunsmiths, 11 manufacturers, 5 pawnbrokers, 3 importers, 1 importer of destructive devices.

Gainesville has 32.7 FFL dealers per 100,000 residents — near the national average of 34.4 per 100K.

When choosing an FFL dealer for a transfer, call ahead to confirm their transfer fee and ensure they are accepting transfers. Most dealers in Gainesville 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 Florida

Florida enacted constitutional carry in 2023 and has strong stand-your-ground and castle doctrine protections. A 3-day waiting period applies to all firearm purchases, and the state has a red flag law.

• Concealed carry: No permit required (constitutional carry)
• Waiting period: 3 days
• Background check: State-run system
• Minimum age: 21 for handguns, 21 for long guns

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