--- title: "NFA Submission Process" url: "https://wisconsin.coreware.online/nfa" site: "Wisconsin Firearms & Transfers" --- # NFA Submission Process ## Purchase Your NFA Item with Confidence ## Simple. Secure. Fully Electronic. At Wisconsin Firearms & Transfers in Lannon, WI, we make purchasing suppressors and other NFA-regulated items as simple as possible. We utilize a Silencer Shop Kiosk to electronically capture your fingerprints and complete the ATF eForm process. ## NFA Submissions Made Easy Whether you're purchasing your first suppressor or adding another item to your collection, our team will guide you through the process from start to finish. ## Simple. Secure. Fully Electronic. At Wisconsin Firearms & Transfers in Lannon, WI, we make purchasing suppressors and other NFA-regulated items as simple as possible. We utilize a Silencer Shop Kiosk to electronically capture your fingerprints and complete the ATF eForm process. ## NFA Submissions Made Easy Whether you're purchasing your first suppressor or adding another item to your collection, our team will guide you through the process from start to finish. ## What Is an NFA Item? The National Firearms Act (NFA) regulates certain firearms and firearm accessories that require additional ATF approval before transfer to an individual. The most popular and well known NFA item. A silencer, also called a suppressor, is a metal tube attached to the muzzle of a firearm that reduces the noise and flash of a gunshot. It works by slowing and cooling high pressure expanding gasses through internal chambers and baffles before they exit into the air. A short barreled rifle is any rifle with a barrel length of less than 16 inches, or any weapon made from a rifle with an overall length of less than 26 inches. A short barreled shotgun is a firearm with a shoulder stock and one or more barrels under 18 inches long, or an overall modified length under 26 inches. A machine gun is a fully automatic firearm built to fire bullets rapidly and continuously with a single pull of a trigger. An AOW stands for "Any Other Weapon", a legal classification under the NFA for unique or concealable firearms that do not fit standard definitions like rifles, shotguns, or traditional handguns. ## How the ATF eForm 4 Process Works - Select Your NFA Item - Browse our inventory or order the suppressor or other NFA item you want. Our staff can help you choose the best option for hunting, recreational shooting, competition, or home defense. - Create Your ATF eForms Account - Before we can submit your application, you'll need an account with the ATF eForms system. - Complete Fingerprints at Our Silencer Shop Kiosk - Visit our store and use our Silencer Shop Kiosk and not charge. - Submit Passport Photo & Documentation - Silencer Shop will walk you through submitting any documents needed. - Certify Your ATF eForm 4 - Once all information has been reviewed, you'll electronically certify the application and submit it to the ATF. This starts the official background check and approval process. - Wait for ATF Approval - After submission, the ATF reviews your application. Processing times can fluctuate based on ATF workload and application volume. Some applications may process faster or slower than current averages. - Pickup Day - Once your application is approved: Complete the final 4473. Congratulations, you are now the legal owner of your NFA item. ## Individual vs Gun Trust Form 4's can be submitted as an individual or under a trust. The majority of our customers submit as an individual. The pros and cons of each are listed to help guide your decision. - Individual Filing - Gun Trust Filing ProsSimplest optionTypically fastest approval timesLess paperworkConsOnly you are authorized to possess the NFA item ProsMultiple trustees may legally possess the itemSimplifies inheritance planningFlexible ownership structureConsAdditional documentation requiredApproval times may be slightly longer ## Tax Stamp Information Current Tax Stamp CostFederal law concerning NFA taxation has changed in recent years and can continue to evolve. The transfer tax is $200.00 for machine guns and destructive devices. The transfer tax is $0.00 for other types of NFA firearms. Silencers: $0 tax stamp Short Barreled Rifles: $0 tax stamp Short Barreled Shotguns: $0 tax stamp Any Other Weapons: $0 tax stamp Machine Guns: $200 tax stamp ## Individual vs Gun Trust Form 4's can be submitted as an individual or under a trust. The majority of our customers submit as an individual. The pros and cons of each are listed to help guide your decision. - Individual Filing - Gun Trust Filing ProsSimplest optionTypically fastest approval timesLess paperworkConsOnly you are authorized to possess the NFA item ProsMultiple trustees may legally possess the itemSimplifies inheritance planningFlexible ownership structureConsAdditional documentation requiredApproval times may be slightly longer ## Tax Stamp Information Current Tax Stamp CostFederal law concerning NFA taxation has changed in recent years and can continue to evolve. The transfer tax is $200.00 for machine guns and destructive devices. The transfer tax is $0.00 for other types of NFA firearms. Silencers: $0 tax stamp Short Barreled Rifles: $0 tax stamp Short Barreled Shotguns: $0 tax stamp Any Other Weapons: $0 tax stamp Machine Guns: $200 tax stamp ## Frequently Asked Questions - Do I need to visit the store? - Is the kiosk difficult to use? - Can I use the kiosk for future purchases? - How long do approval take? - Will you notify me when I'm approved? Yes. You'll need to visit the store to complete fingerprints and finalize the transfer. Not at all. The kiosk is designed to be quick and user-friendly, and our staff is available to assist. Yes. Once your fingerprints are on file through the Silencer Shop system, future applications are often even faster. Approval times vary, but electronic submissions are generally much faster than traditional paper applications. See the ATF's current processing times on their website. Absolutely. Once we receive the approved eform 4 confirmation, we'll contact you for pickup.