New York Firearm Bill of Sale Form

A New York firearm bill of sale is completed and signed as proof of purchase in a private gun sale. By signing the document, the buyer declares that they are legally allowed to purchase the firearm, and the seller confirms that they are the lawful owner of the gun and that its details, including the serial number, are accurate.

New York Firearm Bill of Sale Form

A New York firearm bill of sale is completed and signed as proof of purchase in a private gun sale. By signing the document, the buyer declares that they are legally allowed to purchase the firearm, and the seller confirms that they are the lawful owner of the gun and that its details, including the serial number, are accurate.

Last updated April 4th, 2024

A New York firearm bill of sale is completed and signed as proof of purchase in a private gun sale. By signing the document, the buyer declares that they are legally allowed to purchase the firearm, and the seller confirms that they are the lawful owner of the gun and that its details, including the serial number, are accurate.

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New York Gun Laws

New York Concealed Carry

New York State

All individuals are legally required to have a valid license to carry a concealed handgun. Out-of-state concealed carry licenses are not recognized. Applicants must be residents of New York and at least 21 years old.[4]Individuals must complete at least 16 hours of in-person classroom training and 2 hours of live-fire training before a license will be issued.[5]

To obtain a concealed carry license, individuals will need to[6]:

  1. Complete the State of New York Pistol/Revolver License Application (PPB-3).
  2. Attach a photo taken within the previous 30 days of the applicant.[7]
  3. Submit the application to the police or sheriff’s department for the county in which the person is a resident or has a place of business.
  4. Wait for the application to be processed, which may take up to six months.[8]

New York City

The NYPD issues licenses and permits in NYC, and applications must be submitted online.[9] Individuals must sign into the online portal, follow the on-screen instructions, and upload the required documents.

The NYPD License Division will contact the applicant to schedule an appointment for fingerprinting and paying the fees. Applicants will be informed within six months if they are approved for the license.