Get Form 4473 2020-2026

This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to complete the Form 4473 online. Understanding each section of this form is essential for ensuring compliance with federal law when it comes to the purchase of firearms.

Follow the steps to fill out the Form 4473 accurately and efficiently.

1. Click the 'Get Form' button to access the Form 4473 and open it in your preferred online editor.
2. Begin by filling out Section A, which must be completed personally by the transferee or buyer. Provide your full name including last, first, and middle name if applicable. If you do not have a middle name, write 'NMN'.
3. Enter your current residential address, including the number and street address, city, state, and ZIP code. Be mindful that this cannot be a post office box.
4. In the place of birth section, list the U.S. city and state or the foreign country if applicable.
5. Indicate your height and weight in feet and pounds respectively.
6. Select your gender by marking the appropriate box.
7. Provide your birth date in the format of month, day, and year.
8. If you have a Unique Personal Identification Number (UPIN), include that as well.
9. Complete the ethnicity and race sections by checking the applicable boxes.
10. Answer the questions in Section 11, marking 'yes' or 'no' as necessary. Be sure to read the guidance for each question to determine your answers accurately.
11. In Section B, the transferor or seller must fill in the details including type and number of firearms being transferred.
12. Provide the required identification details including the type of ID, number, and expiration date.
13. Complete questions regarding the NICS background check in Section 21, including the date the information was transmitted and the response received.
14. Review the information for accuracy. Ensure that all required sections are filled out completely before proceeding.
15. Once the form is completed, you can save your changes, download the document for your records, print it out, or share it as needed.

Get started now and complete your Form 4473 online to ensure a smooth firearms purchase experience.