NFA Processing Times as of August 01, 2026
As of August 01, 2026, the National Firearms Act (NFA) processing times show that Form 1 applications are taking an average of 59 days, while Form 4 Individual applications have a turnaround time of just 6 days. For Form 4 Trust applications, the average wait is 27 days.
Current Wait Times
The current NFA processing times indicate that Form 1 applications are currently taking an average of 59 days to process. For Form 4 Individual applications, the turnaround time stands at a relatively quick 6 days. In contrast, Form 4 Trust applications have an average wait time of 27 days.
What the Sources Show
According to the data from Silencer Shop and Silencer Central (both dealers), Form 1 processing times are not reported. For Form 4 Individual applications, both sources report a 6-day wait time, while for Form 4 Trusts, Silencer Shop reports a 29-day average and Silencer Central reports 26 days. The ATF data align with these figures, showing an exact match of 59 days for Form 1, 6 days for Form 4 Individuals, and 26 days for Form 4 Trusts.
What This Means for Buyers
For individuals planning to file a Form 1 application, the current wait time of 59 days should be factored into their timeline. Those opting for Form 4 Individual applications can expect a much shorter processing period of around 6 days. Trust applicants should anticipate an average wait of about 27 days.
Outlook
Given the current trends, it is expected that Form 1 processing times will remain stable at approximately 59 days. For Form 4 applications, both Individual and Trust, the shorter wait times suggest a relatively efficient process, though they may fluctuate slightly in the near future.
View all articles→Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current processing time for Form 1?
The current processing time for Form 1 applications stands at an average of 59 days.
How long does it take to process a Form 4 Individual application?
Form 4 Individual applications are currently processed in around 6 days on average.
What is the difference between processing times for individual and trust applications?
The processing time for Form 4 Individual applications averages at 6 days, while Form 4 Trust applications take approximately 27 days to process.