FFL Transfer Fees in Tennessee (2026)
Every online firearm order ends at a Tennessee FFL dealer, and that dealer sets their own transfer fee. These are the real numbers, taken from dealers' own published rate pages — not directory guesses. Updated October 2026.
What you'll pay
| Dealer type | Typical fee per firearm |
|---|---|
| Independent gun shops | $20 – $40 |
| Range / big chain stores | $50 – $100 |
| TBI background check (TICS) | + $10 per transaction, every purchase |
Examples from dealers' own pages around the state: Tennessee Gun Country in Clarksville charges $20 covering up to three firearms; Frontier Firearms near Knoxville $30 for the first three guns on one order; The Outpost Armory outside Murfreesboro $35 including the TICS fee; Shooter's Nashville $40 plus the $10 check; Royal Range in Nashville $55 ($35 for members). Several shops discount multiple firearms in one shipment — worth asking before you order.
How to route your order
At checkout, name the dealer you want as your receiving FFL — or leave it blank and we assign a licensed dealer near you at no additional cost. The dealer's transfer fee and the $10 TICS fee are paid at pickup, to the dealer.
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Frequently asked questions
What is an FFL transfer?
When you buy a firearm online, it ships to a local licensed dealer (FFL). The dealer logs it in, runs your background check, has you fill out Form 4473 and hands the firearm over. The fee is what the dealer charges for that service.
What's a normal transfer fee in Tennessee?
Independent shops: usually $20-40 per firearm. Big range chains: $50-100. On top of any fee comes the $10 TBI background-check charge, once per transaction.
Is the $10 TICS fee per gun?
No — per transaction. Three firearms picked up on one Form 4473 still need only one $10 check.
Can I avoid the transfer fee completely?
Sometimes: some big-box stores waive transfer fees on orders from their own site, and some shops discount for military or members. Otherwise the fee is simply part of buying online — and even with it, online pricing usually wins.