How does all of this work?
Shipping your firearm — simple, legal, fully guided
Shipping a firearm can feel complicated. We make it straightforward. Once you accept an offer, we provide a prepaid shipping label and clear instructions for packaging and sending your firearm safely and legally.
- We provide a prepaid shipping label and simple instructions for drop-off or pickup with FedEx or UPS.
- We Pay Shipping
- Step-by-step instructions show you how to package your firearm safely and securely.
- Packing Guidance
- Packages are fully insured during transit to protect against loss or damage.
- Fully Insured
- We provide guidance to help ensure your shipment follows all applicable laws and regulations.
- Legal Compliance
- Tracking details are available in the user portal from drop-off to delivery.
- Package Tracking
- Our team is available to answer questions and help at any point.
- Dedicated Support
Common seller concern
What sellers say about the shipping process with We Buy Guns
Reviews from sellers who were initially unsure — and surprised by how straightforward the process was.
Shipping Carriers
Professional Shipping Through UPS and FedEx
We Buy Guns holds a valid Federal Firearms License (FFL) and has special "Firearms Shipping Compliance Agreements" with both FedEx and UPS. When you use the prepaid label we provide, your shipment is both compliant and protected under these agreements and licenses.
This means you do not need to navigate complex firearm shipping rules on your own — we provide clear instructions, the correct label, and approved shipping methods to ensure your shipment is compliant from start to finish.
Video Walkthrough
How to propery package a firearm for shipping
Shipping a firearm requires a strict focus on internal security and external discretion. In this video, experts walk through the exact packing methods required to keep your firearm safe and compliant during transit. What this video covers:
- Securing Handguns
- Tips for securing factory cases, preventing loose parts from scratching the finish, and wrapping fragile collectible boxes safely.
- Case Alternatives
- How to utilize inexpensive generic soft sleeves or a simple multi-layer bubble wrap technique if you don't have the original case.
- Rifles & Shotguns
- Specific strategies to protect high-impact areas like the wrist of the stock, protruding bolt handles, and sharp muzzles.
- Optics & Scopes
- Proper padding methods to insulate delicate glass lenses, mounted red dots, and scopes from transit shocks.
- Discreet Shipping
- The vital step of using plain, unbranded outer boxes to completely conceal the contents and prevent theft.
Start your secure, compliant firearm sale today
Submit your firearm details and receive a free, documented offer from our licensed team.