Maryland is home to approximately 800 Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders, representing about 0.8% of all licensed firearms dealers in the United States. This comprehensive directory helps Maryland residents and visitors locate licensed gun dealers, firearms transfer agents, and gun stores throughout the state. Whether you need to purchase a firearm, complete a private sale transfer, or find a licensed dealer for compliance purposes, our directory makes it easy to connect with FFLs across Maryland.
Browse by city below to find a licensed FFL near you in Maryland.
Obtaining a Federal Firearms License in Maryland requires completing both federal and state requirements. First, you must be at least 21 years old and legally eligible to possess firearms. Submit ATF Form 7, the Application for Federal Firearms License, along with the required fees and photographs. The ATF conducts a thorough background check and an in-person interview at your proposed business location. Maryland requires dealers to obtain a State Regulated Firearms Dealer's License through the Maryland State Police, in addition to the federal FFL. Dealers must also comply with Maryland's Handgun Qualification License requirements for handgun sales and maintain detailed records. For a complete, step-by-step guide, check out FastBound's FFL guide for Maryland.
Federal Firearms License holders in Maryland are authorized to engage in various firearms-related business activities depending on their license type, subject to state regulations. Type 01 Dealers can buy, sell, and repair firearms, making them the most common license type for retail gun stores. Type 07 Manufacturers can produce firearms and ammunition, while also conducting dealer activities. Maryland FFLs must verify that handgun buyers possess a valid Handgun Qualification License (HQL) and comply with the state's seven-day waiting period for regulated firearms. They facilitate mandatory background checks through the Maryland State Police and ensure compliance with the state's assault weapons restrictions.
Yes, you can purchase firearms online and have them shipped to a licensed FFL in Maryland for transfer, provided the firearm is legal in the state. Federal law requires that all firearms purchased online from out-of-state sellers be shipped to a licensed dealer who will process the transfer. Maryland has specific restrictions on assault weapons and magazine capacities, so verify your intended purchase complies with state law. For regulated firearms, you must possess a Handgun Qualification License, and a seven-day waiting period applies. Contact the FFL beforehand to confirm they accept transfers and understand the requirements.
Maryland has approximately 808 active Federal Firearms License holders distributed across the state. From the Baltimore metropolitan area and the Washington D.C. suburbs to communities on the Eastern Shore and in Western Maryland, FFLs serve residents throughout Maryland's 24 jurisdictions. This network ensures that Maryland residents have access to licensed dealers for firearm purchases, mandatory transfers, and compliance services. Use this directory to browse FFLs by city and find a licensed dealer near you.