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Free Arizona Gun / Firearm Bill of Sale

Arizona has been a constitutional-carry state since 2010 and treats lawful firearms transactions between residents as a private matter. There is no state firearm registry, no permit-to-purchase, no waiting period, and no state-mandated background check on private-party sales between Arizona adults who may legally own guns. A bill of sale is still strongly recommended as the buyer's and seller's record of the transaction — make, model, serial number, caliber, date, and signed acknowledgment that both parties believe the other is a lawful possessor. Federal law overlays the basics: machine guns still need ATF approval (suppressors and short-barreled rifles no longer do as of October 9, 2026), and sales to out-of-state residents must go through a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder. Arizona law (A.R.S. § 13-3101) still bans suppressors, short-barreled rifles and shotguns, and machine guns unless they are possessed or transferred in compliance with federal law, and it is not settled whether an item ATF no longer registers meets that test, so ask an Arizona firearms attorney before you buy or sell one without a Form 4.

Arizona Requirements: A notary is needed only in some situations. Transfer title within 15 days.

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Important: Federal and state laws may require a background check for firearm transfers. This bill of sale does not replace any legal requirements for background checks, waiting periods, or other regulations. Please consult your local laws before completing this transaction.

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Private firearm sales carry more legal requirements than most buyers realize — background check laws, waiting periods, and prohibited-person rules vary widely by state. Our guide explains when a bill of sale is legally required and what it must say. Read: Do I Need a Bill of Sale? →

Arizona Gun / Firearm Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know

Primary Form
Standard bill of sale
Agency
AZDPS
Arizona Department of Public Safety
Primary ID Field
Serial Number
Sales Tax
Exempt
Title Required
No
Firearms are not titled in Arizona. The bill of sale plus the buyer's personal records and any optional voluntary background check are the documentation.
Inspection
Not required

Sales Tax Details

No private-party sales tax on firearms in Arizona. Dealer (FFL) sales include the 5.6% state TPT plus city/county add-ons (effective 7-9.5%).

Exemption: Private-party transfers between Arizona residents are not subject to TPT. Family transfers and gifts are also untaxed.

Inspection Requirements

Arizona is a constitutional-carry state — no permit, no registration, no waiting period, and no state-mandated background check for private-party transfers between two Arizona residents who lawfully may possess firearms. Federal law still applies: machine guns require an approved ATF Form 4 and the $200 tax (since October 9, 2026 ATF no longer requires approval for suppressors and short-barreled rifles); sales to residents of other states must go through an FFL.

Registration

Registration for this vehicle type is handled by No state firearm registry in Arizona — not the same agency that handles cars in Arizona. Plan for separate filings.

Arizona Gun / Firearm Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist

  1. Record make, model, caliber, type (handgun/long gun), serial number, sale price, and date
  2. Both parties affirm Arizona residency and that neither is a federally prohibited person
  3. For inter-state transfers, ship to an FFL in the buyer's state and complete ATF Form 4473 there
  4. For a machine gun, file ATF Form 4, pay the $200 tax and wait for approval before transfer; since October 9, 2026 ATF no longer requires approval or registration for suppressors and SBRs (a Form 4 can still be filed voluntarily), but Arizona law (A.R.S. § 13-3101) only allows these items in compliance with federal law, so check with an Arizona firearms attorney first
  5. Optional: voluntary FFL background check on a private-party sale for extra peace of mind
  6. Each party keeps a signed copy — Arizona has no state filing requirement
  7. Verify any local city or HOA restrictions if relevant

Common Pitfalls

  • Selling to someone you have reason to believe is a prohibited person — federal felony regardless of state law
  • Shipping a firearm directly across state lines instead of through an FFL
  • Transferring a machine gun without filing ATF Form 4 and waiting for approval
  • Confusing constitutional carry with no rules — federal prohibitions still apply
  • Forgetting to record the serial number, leaving no proof if the firearm is later recovered
  • Assuming a CCW permit is needed — Arizona requires no permit for adults 21+ to carry concealed

Pro Tip

Arizona's firearms law is among the most permissive in the country — and the bill of sale is your private record. Capture serial number, confirm legal possession, and follow federal rules on inter-state and NFA transfers.

Arizona Gun / Firearm Bill of Sale — FAQs

Do I need a background check to buy a gun privately in Arizona?
No. Arizona does not require background checks on private-party firearm transfers between two Arizona residents who may lawfully possess firearms. There is no state registry, no permit-to-purchase, and no waiting period. Federal law still prohibits transferring a firearm to anyone the seller knows or has reasonable cause to believe is a prohibited person — felons, those under domestic-violence orders, certain mental-health adjudications, illegal drug users, and others. Many private sellers ask the buyer to sign a statement of eligibility and show ID, and some pay an FFL a small fee to run a voluntary NICS check for additional protection.
Is Arizona a constitutional carry state?
Yes. Since 2010, Arizona has been a constitutional-carry state, meaning any adult 21 or older who may legally possess a firearm can carry it openly or concealed without a permit. Arizona still issues optional CCW permits — useful for reciprocity with other states and for purchases at FFLs, where a qualifying permit can take the place of the NICS check. Federal "gun-free school zone" rules and federal-property restrictions still apply, and individual businesses, federal buildings, polling places, secured airport areas, and certain other locations remain off-limits. Constitutional carry does not change the rules for prohibited persons or for NFA items.
Can I sell a gun across state lines from Arizona?
Not directly. Federal law requires that any inter-state transfer of a firearm to a non-licensed individual go through a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder. The Arizona seller ships the firearm to an FFL in the buyer's state; the buyer completes ATF Form 4473 and the FFL runs a NICS check before releasing the gun. A licensed dealer may sell a long gun face-to-face to a buyer from another state if both states' laws allow it, but a private seller may not sell any gun directly to an out-of-state resident. Sending a firearm directly to an out-of-state non-licensee is a federal felony.
Do I owe tax on a private gun sale in Arizona?
No. Arizona's 5.6% Transaction Privilege Tax (plus city/county add-ons reaching 7-9.5%) applies to retail sales by licensed firearms dealers, not to casual private-party sales between Arizona residents. There is also no state excise tax on firearms or ammunition beyond regular TPT on dealer sales, and no use-tax filing requirement on private transfers. Federal transfer tax applies only to NFA items: since Jan. 1, 2026 it is $200 for machine guns and destructive devices and $0 for suppressors, short-barreled rifles and shotguns, and Any Other Weapons (AOWs). ATF Form 4 approval is still required for machine guns and destructive devices; since October 9, 2026 ATF no longer requires it for the other items, though Arizona law still ties them to federal compliance. Keep your bill of sale as proof the transaction was an untaxed private-party transfer.

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