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Firearm Transfer Services

At Side Door 4473 LLC, we offer a more private, efficient alternative to traditional retail FFL transfers—without the long waits or crowded counters. Our pricing is straightforward and competitive for Northern Virginia, with premium features for those who value time, discretion, and convenience which includes:

Priority Appointment (evening/weekend)

Expedited / Same-Day Transfer (when possible)

White-Glove Service (paperwork ready for your info and signature + minimal wait)

How the Transfer Process Works

Step 1: Schedule Your Transfer

Before initiating any shipment or transfer, please contact us to schedule your appointment and receive approval.

This ensures:

We are available to receive your firearm
All transfer details are confirmed in advance
You avoid delays or refused shipments

We’ll provide you with our FFL information and any specific instructions needed for your transfer.

Step 2: Provide Required Information

To streamline your transfer, please have the following ready:

Your full legal name (matching ID that will be used for pickup) and contact information
Seller or shipping FFL details
Firearm information (make, model, serial number)
Any relevant purchase or transfer documentation

Step 3: Shipment to Side Door 4473

Once scheduled, arrange shipment to our licensed premises:

Must comply with all Federal and Virginia firearms/shipping laws
Pre-approval required for all incoming firearms
You’ll be notified upon receipt

Step 4: Appointment & Background Check

At your scheduled pickup appointment, we will:

Conduct the Virginia State Police (VSP) background check
Complete ATF Form 4473 and all required documentation
Review everything with you for accuracy

Step 5: Transfer Completion

Once approved, your firearm is transferred to you in a private, efficient setting—no lines, no crowds. (No extra charge for a cup of coffee and conversation)

We currently handle standard Title 1 (non-NFA-regulated) firearms:

Handguns generally don't have length restrictions placed upon them, however certain accessories like a stock or forward grip may make them subject to NFA regulations.
Rifles with a barrel length of 16 inches or more and an overall length of 26 inches or more fall under Title 1.
Shotguns with a barrel length of 18 inches or more and an overall length of 26 inches or more typically qualifies as a Title 1 firearm.

Title 1 firearms are those not specifically regulated by the NFA. This includes common firearms like rifles, shotguns, and pistols that meet certain length and configuration requirements. NFA firearms, on the other hand, encompass more specialized items such as short-barreled rifles (SBRs), short-barreled shotguns (SBSs), silencers (suppressors), machine guns, and destructive devices.

Private Party Transfers

We facilitate compliant person-to-person transfers, including:

In-state private sales
Transactions requiring a neutral third party
Firearms being shipped to another FFL

Our Fees

Standard Transfers

$40 – First firearm
$20 – Each additional firearm (same transaction)

Private Party Transfers (VA Residents)

$55 – First firearm
$25 – Each additional firearm

Multi-Firearm / Collector / Estate Pricing

3–5 firearms: $25 each
6+ firearms: Custom quote

Outbound Transfers (Shipping to Another FFL - you can legally do this without my services)

$50 + actual shipping cost (you provide box/packaging)

Background Check Fee

Virginia State Police fee ($2 resident, $5 non-resident)

Storage Fees (if applicable)

$10 per day starting 7th day after notification of arrival

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