5320.20 Application to Temporarily Export Certain National Firearms

Product Information

Specifications

• Product Name: Application to Transport Interstate or to
  Temporarily Export Certain National Firearms Act (NFA)
  Firearms

• Issuing Authority: U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of
  Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

• Form Number: ATF Form 5320.20

• Revision Date: October 2019

• OMB Number: 1140-0010

• Validity: Valid until 01/31/2026

Product Usage Instructions

Part I – Application

1. Complete all sections of the form accurately.

2. Provide the name and address of the registered owner.

3. Indicate the dates the firearm(s) will be away from the
   original location.

4. Fill in details of the firearm(s) to be transported including
   manufacturer, type, caliber, model, barrel length, overall length,
   and serial number.

5. Specify the reason for transportation of firearms.

6. Enter the addresses for transporting from and to.

7. Provide details of the mode of transportation.

8. If temporarily exporting, complete items 10-12.

9. Sign and date the form to certify the accuracy of the
   information provided.

Part II – Action by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms

and Explosives

• The ATF official will review the application and indicate
  approval or disapproval with any conditions mentioned.

• The form will be signed by an authorized ATF official.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How should I submit the ATF Form 5320.20?

A: The registered owner should complete two copies of the form
and send them to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and
Explosives at the specified address. The form can be submitted via
facsimile or scanned and emailed to NFAFax@atf.gov.

Q: What are the key details to include in the form?

A: Ensure all sections are accurately completed, including
personal information, firearm details, transportation information,
and certification with signature and date.

Q: What if I need to make changes after submission?

A: If any information needs to be updated or if the firearm(s)
will not be returned within the specified time frame, a new ATF
Form 5320.20 should be submitted.

U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives

OMB No. 1140-0010 (01/31/2026)
Application to Transport Interstate or to Temporarily Export Certain National FirearmsAct (NFA) Firearms

(See reverse for Instructions and Privacy Act Information) Part I – Application (Submit in duplicate) (Print or type all entries) 1. Name and Address of Registered Owner (Full name, number, street, city, State and ZIP code)

For ATF Use Only NFA Control No. 2. Firearms to be Returned to Original Location

Corporation

Other Legal Entity

Individual

Trust

1a. Telephone Number (Include area code) 1b. E-mail Address:

Yes

No

3. Dates Firearm (s) will be away from Original Location, if to be Returned to that Location, (Or dates in transit, if to be permanently relocated).
From (Month, day, year) To (Month, day, year)

4. Firearm(s) to be Transported (Complete new forms for additional firearms) (All items in columns a-g must be completed by the applicant)

Manufacturer a.

Type of Firearm (Machinegun, etc.)
b.

Caliber
or
Gauge c.

Model d.

Barrel Length e.

Overall Length
f.

Serial Number g.

5. Mailing Address of Returned Form (If different than Item 1)

6. Reason for Transportation of Firearms (e.g.: Permanent change of address)

7. Transporting From (Number, street, city, county, State, and ZIP code)

8. Transporting To (Number, street, city, county, State, and ZIP code)

9. Mode of Transportation (Name and address of carrier, if by common or contract carrier)

Items 10 – 12 shall be Completed if Firearm(s) is/are being Temporarily Exported.

10. State Department License No.

11. Port of Exit

12. Port of Reentry

Note: If Firearm(s) will not be returned or relocated on or before the date specified, submit a New ATF Form 5320.20 (See Instructions e and f).

CERTIFICATION: The undersigned certifies that the information on this form is to the best of my knowledge and belief, true and complete, that the transportation does not involve a transfer of title, that the transportation or possession of the listed firearm(s) is not inconsistent with the laws at the place of destination, that all such laws will be complied with, and that, where applicable, all temporary export license provisions under the Arms Export Control Act of
1976 have been complied with.

13. Signature of Owner

14. Date

Part II – Action by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives By authority of the Director, application to transport or temporarily export the above-listed firearm(s) to and from the Location, and for the time period indicated, is:

Approved (With the following conditions, if any):

Disapproved (For the following reason(s)):

17. Signature of Authorized ATF official

ATF Form 5320. 20 Revised October 2019

Instructions

a. A written request and prior authorization from ATF to transport interstate or in foreign commerce any destructive device, machinegun, short-barreled rifle, or short-barreled shotgun is required under the provisions of Title 18, United States Code (U.S.C) Section § 922 (a)(4) and Title 27, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) § 478.28. A letter of request, in duplicate, containing all information required on this form, may be submitted in lieu of the form.

d. The original copy of ATF Form 5320.20 will be returned to the registered owner. Approval authorizes the registered owner to transport the designated firearm(s) only during the time period specified in Item 3. THE AUTHORIZATION DOES NOT CARRY OR GRANT IMPORT RELIEF FROM ANY STATUTORY OR REGULATORY PROVISIONS RELATING TO FIREARMS OTHER THAN 27 CFR § 478.28.

b. The registered owner of NFA firearm(s) shall complete two copies of ATF Form 5320.20 and forward the forms to the Director, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, 244 Needy Road, Martinsburg, WV 25405 (Attention: NFA Division). The form can be submitted via facsimile to the NFA Division at (304) 616-4501 or may be scanned and emailed to NFAFax@atf.gov.
c. All signatures on both copies of the form shall be in ink. All other entries on the form shall be printed in ink or typewritten.

e. In the event Item 2 is checked “yes” and the firearm(s) is not returned to the original location by the date specified, the registered owner shall submit a new application on ATF Form 5320.20 to receive approval to return the firearm(s).
f. If a contract or common carrier is used to transport the firearm(s), a copy of ATF Form 5320.20 shall be furnished to the carrier and shall be in the possession of the carrier for the duration of the transportation. This will meet the requirements of Sections 922(e) and (f) of the Gun Control Act of 1968.

Privacy Act Information
The following information is provided pursuant to Section 3 of the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. § 552a(e)(3)):
1. Authority. Gun Control Act of 1968 (18 U.S.C. 922(a)(4)). Disclosure of this information by the applicant is madatory to transport in interstate or foreign commerce any destructive device, machinegun, short-barreled shotgun, or short-barreled rifle.
2. Purpose. The information collected on this form will be used to determine whether the proposed transaction of the listed items is reasonably necessary and consistent with public safety and applicable State and local law.
3. Routine Uses. The information collected on this form will be used to determine if the applicant is eligible to transport or export the firearm(s) listed in this application to and from the location listed, and for the indicated time period.
4. Disclosure. Disclosure of the requested information is mandatory. Failure to respond to all inquiries may delay processing and/or result in the denial of your applicant. Failure to supply complete information will delay processing and may cause denial of the application.
Paperwork Reduction Act Notice
This form is in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. The requested information is used to determine the applicant’s eligibility to temporarily transport or export firearm(s) listed on this application. Collected data is also used to compile statistics on the manufacture and exportation of firearms. The furnishing of this information is mandatory (18 U.S.C. § 921(g)).
The estimated average burden associated with this collection of information is 45 minutes per respondent or recordkeeper, depending on individual circumstances. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden estimate and suggestions for reducing this burden should be addressed to Reports Management Officer, Resource Management Staff, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives 99 New York Ave, NE, Washington, DC 20226.
An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless it displays a currently valid Office of Management and Budget control number.

ATF Form 5320. 20 Revised October 2019

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