FFL Dealers in Rochester, MN

Finding an FFL Dealer in Rochester, Minnesota

There are 23 federally licensed firearms dealers in Rochester, MN, serving a population of 121,638. These include 19 dealers / gunsmiths, 3 manufacturers, 1 pawnbroker.

Rochester has 18.9 FFL dealers per 100,000 residents — below 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 Rochester 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 Minnesota

Minnesota requires a permit to purchase handguns and has a 7-day waiting period. The state enacted a red flag law in 2023, requires universal background checks, and suppressors require a local transfer permit.

• Concealed carry: Permit required (shall-issue)
• Waiting period: 7 days
• Background check: Universal (includes private sales)
• Minimum age: 21 for handguns, 18 for long guns

Browse all 2,185 FFL dealers in Minnesota.