Washington Firearms Dealer Employee Application...

Who must complete the Firearm Dealer Employee Application?

RCW 9.41.110 (5)(b) indicates a Firearms Dealer shall require every employee who may sell a firearm in the course of his or her employment to undergo fingerprinting and a background check in advance of engaging in the sale or transfer of firearms and to undergo a background check annually thereafter.

Is there a background check?

Yes. You will be fingerprinted and a background check to determine your eligibility to sell firearms based on the requirements set forth in RCW 9.41.110 (5)(b) will be conducted.

How much does the fingerprint and background check cost?

The fee associated with a background check with fingerprinting via LiveScan is $46.00, this fee includes the cost of fingerprinting, electronic submission of the fingerprints to Washington State Patrol, and background check. A letter of eligibility will be provided to the Applicant (employee), as well as to the Employer (Firearms Dealer).

The fee associated with a background check with fingerprinting via ink is $86.00. The total fee includes the cost of the fingerprint card, fingerprinting service, mailed in fingerprint submission to Washington State Patrol, and background check. A letter of eligibility will be provided to the Applicant (employee), as well as to the Employer (Firearms Dealer).

How will I know whether I am eligible?

Upon completion of your fingerprints and the background check, you will be sent a letter of eligibility, your employer (Firearms Dealer) will receive a separate letter indicating your eligibility as well.

How do I schedule a fingerprint appointment?

Follow the link at the bottom of this page, please choose the Purchase Option of “Firearms Dealer Applicant” when scheduling your appointment. This ensures you are not charged additional fees for your fingerprinting service at the time of your appointment.

What documents will I need to bring with me when I attend my fingerprinting appointment?

You will need to bring your completed application, picture identification (i.e. Washington driver license or identification card), and cash, check, money order, or debit/credit card for the associated costs.

For more information about firearms law:

To receive the state pistol transfer forms you will need to contact the Department of Licensing, Firearms Unit at https://www.dol.wa.gov/business/firearms/firearmsonline.html

or by contacting them at (360)664-6616.

What if I want to move my firearms store/business?

If you are moving your store/business within the same law enforcement jurisdiction a replacement license with the new address will be issued with no fee. If you are moving to a new jurisdiction, you will need to contact that law enforcement agency for a new license.

What if I want to open another firearms store?

If you open another firearms store you will need to obtain a Washington firearms dealer license for that specific location. Again, you will need to bring your:

• Federal Firearms License for the new location
• Washington State Business License
• City of Yakima Business License
• Picture identification, (i.e. Washington driver license or identification card)
• $125.00 check or money order made payable to Washington State Treasurer

For more information about firearms law:

You may select this link for more information pertaining to state firearms law, or you may call the Department of Licensing in Olympia at (360)664-6616.

For questions regarding federal law pertaining to firearms, or if you would like to obtain a copy of Federal Firearms Regulations, please write or call:

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

915 2^nd Ave, Room 790
Seattle, WA 98174
(206)389-6800

www.atf.gov  

• Completed application
• Picture identification, (i.e. Washington driver license or identification card)
• Cash, check, or debit/credit card for the associated fees