This article was co-authored by Bryan Villella. Bryan Villella is the Lead Firearms Instructor and Owner of Don't Be A Sitting Duck in Kissimmee, Florida. Bryan has nine years of professional experience and is an NRA and Florida State Certified “K” Instructor. He leads certified training courses necessary to get licensed through the state to work in the private security field. He prioritizes safety and building comfortable environments for people to learn skills safely.
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The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) stipulates that if you engage in the business of buying and selling guns, you're required to obtain a Federal Firearms License (FFL). The process of obtaining one might seem intimidating, but it's actually straightforward as long as you meet some eligibility requirements. With a little bit of preparation and paperwork, you can easily get your Federal Firearms License in about 2 months.