More information on Federal Firearm Licensees (FFL), as well as what each license type can do, can be found on our FFL home page.
We also have a very helpful
FFL search tool if you want to search by postal code, state, business name, or even license number.
Does North Dakota Require a Background Check to purchase a Firearm?
Yes, North Dakota has a state law that requires a background check prior to the sale of a firearm.
Private sellers are NOT required to do background checks.
People who are issued with a state permit to purchase and possess firearms are exempt from background checks
Firearm transfers by private sellers are NOT required to do a background check in ND
North Dakota also prohibits the transfer of a firearm or ammo to a person who is believed to be prohibited from possessing a firearm
Owning a firearm in North Dakota
Does North Dakota have a Gun Free Zone law?
Yes, North Dakota has a defined list of gun free zones:
School
Publicly owned and operated building
A place where liquor is being served for consumption
An establishment used as a gaming site
Place of worship
Does North Dakota Require a Safety Course to own a Firearm?
Yes, you are required to take a safety course prior to owning a firearm in North Dakota.
If you wish to take a safety firearms course in North Dakota, there are a few things that you need to do in order to enroll yourself. The course is designed for everyone and for those who have little to no experience in handling a firearm. You will learn alot about a firearm's safety, its handling.
To enroll yourself in a firearms safety course, you need to fulfil the following requirements
$100 fee course
Handgun ($10 firearm rental if you don't have yours)