FFL Dealers in Raleigh, NC
78 licensed firearms dealers in Raleigh, North Carolina
Finding an FFL Dealer in Raleigh, North Carolina
There are 78 federally licensed firearms dealers in Raleigh, NC, serving a population of 470,763. These include 50 dealers / gunsmiths, 24 manufacturers, 4 pawnbrokers.
Raleigh has 16.6 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 Raleigh 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 North Carolina
North Carolina requires a Pistol Purchase Permit for handgun purchases from private sellers, though licensed dealers use NICS directly. No waiting period applies, and NFA items including suppressors are legal.
- Concealed carry: Permit required (shall-issue)
- Waiting period: None
- Background check: Federal NICS only
- Minimum age: 21 for handguns, 18 for long guns
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