FFL Transfer additional items

Product Description

The FFL transfer additional item fee applies to each firearm after the first when multiple firearms are transferred on a single ATF Form 4473. This add-on service lets you process more than one firearm during the same transfer visit without paying the full base transfer fee for each gun.

Western Sport handles transfers for firearms you purchase online or receive from out-of-state sellers. When you bring in two or more firearms at the same time, you pay the base transfer fee for the first gun and the additional item fee for each one after that.

This saves time and paperwork because all firearms are recorded on one Form 4473 instead of opening separate transactions.

Key Facts

• Product: FFL Transfer additional items
• SKU: FFL-transfer-additional-item
• Category: FFL Transfer
• Purpose: Add-on fee for each firearm after the first on the same Form 4473

How Multiple Firearm Transfers Work

When you purchase several firearms from the same seller and have them shipped together, or when you bring multiple guns to transfer on the same day, they can all be processed on one Form 4473. You complete a single background check that covers all firearms listed.

The first firearm on the form carries the base transfer fee. Each additional firearm on that same form is charged the additional item fee instead of the full base rate. This applies whether you are transferring two handguns, two rifles, or a mix of firearm types.

If you are transferring firearms from different sellers or on different days, each transaction requires its own Form 4473 and carries the base fee.

What to Expect During Your Transfer

Before your firearms ship to Western Sport, contact the seller and provide our FFL information. Once the firearms arrive, we will call you to schedule your transfer appointment. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID that matches your current address.

You will fill out ATF Form 4473 and complete the NICS background check. If you are a Texas License to Carry holder, let us know; it may expedite the process. The entire transfer typically takes less than thirty minutes once your background check clears.

For questions about what qualifies as an additional item or how to coordinate shipments from multiple sellers, call our shop at 817-393-4000 before placing your order.

Buying from Western Sport in Roanoke, TX

Western Sport is a licensed FFL/SOT dealer serving North Texas and the DFW area since 2007. Owner and gunsmith Lance Rankin and his team handle transfers, gunsmithing, and firearm sales from our Roanoke location. Browse our full FFL transfer services or call 817-393-4000 with questions about your specific transfer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When do I pay the additional item fee instead of the base transfer fee?

A: You pay the additional item fee for each firearm after the first when all firearms are processed together on a single ATF Form 4473. The first firearm on the form carries the base transfer fee, and each gun added to that same form is charged the additional item rate.

Q: Can I transfer rifles and handguns on the same Form 4473?

A: Yes, you can transfer multiple firearm types on one Form 4473 as long as they arrive from the same seller or are processed during the same visit. The additional item fee applies to each firearm after the first, regardless of type.

Q: Do I need separate background checks for each firearm?

A: No, one NICS background check covers all firearms listed on a single Form 4473. You complete the form once, and the check applies to every gun recorded on that transaction.

Q: What if my firearms are coming from different online sellers?

A: If the firearms arrive on different days or from separate shippers, they typically require separate Form 4473s and each carries the base transfer fee. Call 817-393-4000 to discuss your specific situation and coordinate timing if possible.

Q: How do I add this fee when ordering my transfer online?

A: Add one FFL transfer from our transfer category for the first firearm, then add this additional item fee once for each extra gun you are transferring on the same form. If you have questions about quantities, call 817-393-4000 before checkout.

Q: Does the additional item fee apply to NFA firearms like suppressors?

A: NFA items require separate ATF paperwork and approval processes. The additional item fee applies to standard Title I firearms transferred on the same Form 4473. For NFA transfers, contact Western Sport at 817-393-4000 to discuss the process and fees.