Nics fbi form 2025

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The document is a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) Enrollment Form for Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs). It outlines the necessary information required for FFLs to enroll in the NICS E-Check system, including personal and business details, contact information, and acknowledgment of responsibilities under the Gun Control Act. The form must be completed and submitted to gain access to NICS inquiry privileges, which are essential for conducting background checks on firearm purchasers.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the NICS FBI Enrollment Form in the editor.
Begin by entering your FFL NUMBER, which is a 15-digit number assigned by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Next, input a CODE WORD that is between six to ten characters long. Ensure it contains no profanity.
Fill in your BUSINESS PHONE NUMBER, including the area code for accurate contact.
Provide the NAME OF FFL as it appears on your license. If it's a business name, place it in the LAST NAME block and use FIRST and MI blocks for overflow.
Complete the NAME OF LICENSEE BUSINESS section with your trade or business name.
Enter your MAILING ADDRESS fully, including city, state, and ZIP code.
Similarly, fill out your PHYSICAL ADDRESS with complete details.
Add your E-MAIL ADDRESS for notifications from the NICS Section.
If applicable, provide details for a POINT OF CONTACT PERSON who will be responsible for NICS matters.
Finally, review all entries for accuracy before signing and dating the form at the bottom.

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What is a NICS form?

NICS is FBIs national system that checks records on persons who may be disqualified from receiving firearms.

Can I do a NICS check online?

Under federal law, the FBI has three business days (excluding weekends and federal holidays) to approve or deny your license. If a decision is not made within three business days, the FFL dealer has the discretion to proceed with the firearm transfer.

How long does an FBI NICs background check take?

Every time you try to buy a gun from a federally licensed dealer (FFL), your name goes through the FBIs National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS).

What does a NICS check for?

A common question we get is how far back the background check goes when screening for prohibiting records. The FBIs NICS system reviews eligibility based on current and recent events that would prevent someone from purchasing guns legally. For most criteria, the lookback period is typically around 5 years.