Application and Permit for Importation of Firearms and Ammunition

To submit this form, you need to send it to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. You can submit the form via email, fax, or physical mail. Ensure to include all required documents and signatures to avoid processing delays. If submitting via email, send it to the designated ATF email address. For fax submissions, use the official fax number provided by ATF. Physical submissions should be mailed to the appropriate ATF office address. It is advisable to make copies of all documents for your records and to use a traceable mailing method for physical submissions to ensure your form is received and processed.

The form is valid for 12 months from the issuance date. For applications in 2024 and 2025, ensure to check the specific validity periods aligned with your importation plans.

The purpose of this form is to regulate the importation of firearms, ammunition, and implements of war into the United States. Administered by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, this application ensures that the importation complies with U.S. laws and regulations. It helps track and control items that could be used in criminal activities or pose a national security threat. This application is particularly important as it verifies that the items do not contain unauthorized U.S. military components or technical data. By completing this form, applicants demonstrate compliance with federal regulations and help maintain national security. It also aids in the proper documentation and tracking of imported items for legal and regulatory purposes.

• 1. Federal Firearms License: This field requires the applicant's Federal Firearms License number, if applicable.
• 2. Telephone Number: Contact number of the applicant, including any extension numbers.
• 3. Country of Exportation: The country from which the items are being exported.
• 4. Customs Broker Information: Name and address of the customs broker managing the importation.
• 5. Applicant Information: Name and address of the applicant, including zip code.
• 6. Foreign Seller Information: Name and address of the foreign seller, if applicable.
• 7. Foreign Shipper Information: Name and address of the foreign shipper.
• 8. Description of Items: Detailed description of the firearms and ammunition, including type, caliber, quantity, cost, and manufacturer details.
• 9. Certification of Origin: Certification that the items do not contain unauthorized U.S. military components or data.
• 10. Purpose of Importation: Specific purpose and final recipient of the importation.
• 11. Importer Registration: Indication of whether the applicant is registered as an importer under the Arms Export Control Act of 1976.
• 12. Applicant Signature: Signature of the applicant, including printed name, title, and date.
• 13. ATF Use Only: Section reserved for ATF examination and decision regarding the application.

Failing to submit this form can result in the inability to legally import firearms, ammunition, or implements of war. This could lead to legal penalties and forfeiture of the items intended for importation.

• Legal Penalties: Non-compliance with import regulations can result in fines or other legal consequences.
• Forfeiture of Items: Items intended for importation may be confiscated by authorities.

• 1. Business Importation: Licensed firearms dealers importing items for sale or distribution.
• 2. Personal Importation: Individuals bringing firearms or ammunition into the U.S. for personal use.
• 3. Customs Brokerage: Customs brokers facilitating the import process for clients.
• 4. Manufacturing: Manufacturers importing parts or components for assembly.
• 5. Collecting: Collectors importing unique or rare firearms for their collections.