Private Sale Without FFL
Sell a Gun Without FFL in Texas – Private Sale Guide
Most private gun sales in Texas do not require an FFL dealer.
In Texas, private gun sales between residents are generally legal without an FFL dealer. Meet, verify each other’s Texas residency, and complete a bill of sale. For full documentation, GunTransfer ($50) handles the paperwork.
When Is an FFL Required in Texas?
- NFA items — Always require a licensed Class III dealer
- Interstate sales — Must go through an FFL in the buyer’s state
- Standard in-state private sales — Generally legal without FFL in Texas
