FFL Dealers in Philadelphia, PA

Finding an FFL Dealer in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

There are 24 federally licensed firearms dealers in Philadelphia, PA, serving a population of 1,582,432. These include 18 dealers / gunsmiths, 2 manufacturers, 2 importers, 2 dealer in destructive devicess.

Philadelphia has 1.5 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 Philadelphia 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 Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is a shall-issue state with no permit to purchase and no waiting period. The state uses its own background check system (PICS), has strong preemption laws, and NFA items are legal.

• Concealed carry: Permit required (shall-issue)
• Waiting period: None
• Background check: State-run system
• Minimum age: 21 for handguns, 18 for long guns

Browse all 4,305 FFL dealers in Pennsylvania.