Below is an estimate that we composed of the current wait times for NFA wait times. Please be aware that this info is data we gathered from what we are currently seeing in the industry, and what others have been seeing. There are no guarantees on these estimates considering we are dealing with the ATF. However, this does give you a pretty general idea where things are in the industry.

Updated: August 9, 2021

Form 4 (Trust)

These are the transfers from your dealer to you on a Trust.
Current Wait Times: 6-10 months

Form 4 (Individual)

These are the transfers from your dealer to you as an individual.
Current Wait Times: 5-9 months

Form 3 (Paper Mailed)

These are dealer to dealer transfers by paper mail.
Current Wait Times: 25-30 days

Form 3 (EForms)

These are dealer to dealer transfers by online electronic submissions. This is the process that we use to transfer a Suppressor to your dealer if you’re a non-TN resident. Note: This is how we transfer NFA Items to your dealer. 
Current Wait Times: 3-7 business days

Form 1 (Paper Mailed)

Current Wait Times: 4-6 months

Form 1 (EForms)

Current Wait Times: 30-45 days

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