


Some people have had luck copying the contents from NFA Trusts they found on the internet, but there have also been some horror stories. We caution against making your own trust unless you have good legal experience. They’ll also be able to answer questions you have along the way. You will pay a fee for the trust’s formation, but they’ll do all the heavy lifting in updating and adjusting with regulations.

Groups like Silencer Shop are experts in the complexities of NFA laws. If you’re new, we recommend purchasing it as a service. To create a trust, you have a few options: you can purchase one through a popular vendor like Silencer Shop or you can try to make your own. Trusts are a little more intricate to set up, and you’ll need to file more paperwork if you ever add additional Responsible Persons. The biggest drawback for using a trust is the extra paperwork. If you want someone to inherit your suppressor collection someday, the NFA Trust is the easiest way to go. You can also use the NFA Trust for inheritance. The benefit of a trust is that a trust can name multiple ‘Responsible Persons’, so friends and family members in the trust could use the suppressor too. The BATFE calls these individuals ‘Responsible Persons’ because they are responsible for possession of this highly regulated item. The NFA Trust is a legal entity that technically owns the sounds suppressor / silencer, and you possess the item as a Settlor or Trustee named in the Trust. One option for applying for an NFA item is using a trust. Here, you will send an envelope with all required documents to the ATF’s NFA branch. If you prefer to submit physical paperwork, you can also send your NFA documents by mail. There may be a small fee, but the convenience and accuracy are invaluable. If there’s a S.I.D kiosk nearby, we highly recommend that you consider using it. If you’re a first-time NFA buyer, we highly recommend using the Silencer Shop kiosk locator. You can even pay for the $200 Stamp with a credit card, and they’ll contact CLEOs when required. S.I.D Kiosks offer a streamlined, digital option for completing all paperwork, fingerprints, and photography. Thankfully, the team at Silencer Shop offers an easy one-stop solution for all these forms through their S.I.D Kiosks. To begin the NFA application process, you will need the following items prepared:ġ) Two copies of completed Application for Tax Paid Transfer and Registration Form 4ĥ) A copy of your NFA trust (For Trust Purchase)Ħ) Completed Responsible Person Questionnaire Form 5330.23 (For Trust Purchase)
