What is an ATF permit, and how do I get one?
In order to purchase 1.3g legally, you must be BATFE permitted to do so. There are three “flavors” of permitting: Type 54, Type 55 and Type 60. Here’s a brief description of each type of Permit: • Type 54 – Good for 3 years and an unlimited amount of 1.3g purchases at any licensed distributor in the U.S. Costs $100 dollars to obtain, $50 dollars to renew. • Type 55 – Good for 1 year and 1 purchase at a any licensed distributor in the U.S. Costs $75 dollar per purchase. • Type 60 – Good for 1 year and 6 purchases at any licensed distributor in your State, exclusively. Costs $25 per year. These are the types of Federal permits and you must have in order to make at least one purchase of 1.3g, legally. In order to get any one of these you must apply for a permit using the ATF Form 5400.13/5400.16 (part of a packet of information obtainable from the FFLC – Federal Firearms Licensing Center). Prerequisites for a permit from BATFE are: • Must not be a fugitive from justice • An unlawful user
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