FFL Dealers in Newport News, VA

Finding an FFL Dealer in Newport News, Virginia

There are 19 federally licensed firearms dealers in Newport News, VA, serving a population of 184,774. These include 11 dealers / gunsmiths, 5 manufacturers, 2 pawnbrokers, 1 importer of destructive devices.

Newport News has 10.3 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 Newport News 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 Virginia

Virginia is a shall-issue state with universal background checks for all firearm transfers and a red flag law enacted in 2020. No permit to purchase or waiting period is required, and NFA items are legal.

• Concealed carry: Permit required (shall-issue)
• Waiting period: None
• Background check: Universal (includes private sales)
• Minimum age: 21 for handguns, 18 for long guns

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