NFA Firearms Trust
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NFA Laser Engraving - Form 1
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ATF Form 1 Registration
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50-STATE NFA FIREARMS TRUST: ONE TRUST, UNLIMITED NFA ITEMS
You do not need a new trust for every purchase. The Capitol Armory NFA Firearms Trust is an attorney-drafted, 50-state legal trust that owns all of your suppressors, SBRs, SBSs, and other NFA items. Buy it once, then use the same trust for every Form 4 you file.
Unlike a single-use trust, our multi-use trust stays with you as your collection grows. There are no annual fees or renewals, and you do not have to create a new trust for each purchase.
One trust covers future purchases: As you add suppressors and other NFA items, you continue using the same trust instead of creating a separate legal document for each one.
Most customers buy three to five suppressors over time, and this one trust covers every one of them.
WHY A FORM 4 ON A TRUST IS STILL THE BEST OPTION
Under ATF's October 9 policy, you can buy a suppressor on a 4473 in some states. A 4473 purchase can't go on a trust. The item isn't registered, so there is nothing to put in the trust, and ATF says there is no established path to register it later. ATF's own FAQ also says the NFA treats unregistered firearms as contraband (ATF guidance). A Form 4 on a trust registers the item to the trust, lets the trustees you name possess and use it, and gives your heirs a clear ownership path. Read 4473 vs. Form 4 Suppressors before you choose. If we can't ship a suppressor to your state, we can ship it to your local dealer. Choose that option at checkout.
KEY ADVANTAGES
- Unlimited NFA items: Register as many suppressors, SBRs, SBSs, AOWs, and other NFA items as you want to one trust.
- Trustees can possess and use the items: Every trustee you name can possess and use them. Add or remove family and friends without involving the ATF or paying extra fees.
- Pass it on to your heirs: The trust names successor trustees and beneficiaries at setup. They take possession without a new ATF form or probate, and an addendum lets you change beneficiaries later.
- No annual fees: No maintenance costs and no expiration date.
- One-signature setup: Only you, the settlor, sign at creation. Co-trustees do not need to coordinate signatures or use a notary.
- Privacy: No Schedule A, so your NFA inventory stays out of the trust document.
- Attorney-drafted: Written by an experienced attorney.
- Current Form 4 wait times: In August 2026, ATF averaged 20 days for trust eForm 4s and 6 days for individuals, and we see trust approvals come back in as fast as a day. See our ATF wait times page for current numbers.
Setup: Right after checkout, you receive a secure link to your Customer Profile. The trust questionnaire is part of the profile and takes about 10 minutes. Your trust documents are available the same day. Sign through DocuSign. No notary or lawyer meeting is required. After that, you're ready for your first Form 4.
Fingerprints: Each responsible person on the trust submits fingerprints and a photo with the Form 4. Order our at home fingerprint kit, or if you already have an EFT file, upload it right on capitolarmory.com. Only the trustee who certifies needs an ATF eForms account, and with AutoCertify we can certify your eForm 4 for you.
For a step-by-step walkthrough, read how our NFA gun trust works. If you're not sure whether a trust is right for you, NFA Trust vs Individual Filing compares the two. When you're ready, browse suppressors to file your first Form 4 on your trust.
Is this a single-shot trust?
No. A single-shot trust covers one item and you buy a new one for each purchase. This is a multi-use trust. One purchase covers every suppressor, SBR, SBS, AOW, and other NFA item you will ever own, with no annual fees.
I already have a trust. Can I use it with Capitol Armory?
Yes. Upload your existing trust to your Customer Profile and we file your Form 4 on it. If your trust was written for a single item, or you aren't sure it covers NFA items correctly, our trust is a one-time replacement.
Who should I name as a trustee?
Anyone you want to be able to possess and use your NFA items without you there: a spouse, a family member, a hunting or shooting partner. Each trustee must be legally allowed to possess a firearm. You can add or remove trustees later without involving the ATF.
Do my trustees need to submit fingerprints and photos?
Every responsible person on the trust at the time of a Form 4 filing submits fingerprints and a photo with that filing. Only the one person who certifies the eForm 4 needs an ATF eForms account. Trustees you add after an item is approved don't go back to the ATF.
Can a trustee live in another state?
Yes, as long as the item is legal where they are. State law decides where an NFA item can be possessed, and SBRs and SBSs still need an approved Form 5320.20 to cross state lines.
What is a settlor?
The person who creates the trust. That's you. The settlor is the only person who signs at creation, and the settlor can add and remove trustees and change beneficiaries.
How do I name the trust?
You choose the name in the questionnaire. Most customers use a family name, such as "The Smith Family NFA Trust." The name appears on your Form 4 and your engraving if you build a Form 1 item, so pick something you're comfortable with on paper.
Can I use this trust for a Form 1 build?
Yes. The trust works for Form 1 builds and Form 4 transfers. Our Form 1 filing service prepares the application on your trust.
Can I use this trust with another dealer?
Yes. It's your trust, and any dealer can file a Form 4 on it. When you buy from us, we keep it on file so your next Form 4 requires just a signature.
What if I move to another state?
The trust stays valid. It's drafted to be legal in all 50 states, so you don't redo it when you move. Check your new state's NFA laws before you move the items, and file a Form 5320.20 before moving an SBR or SBS.
How much does an NFA trust cost?
Our NFA Firearms Trust is $79.95, one time. There are no annual fees or renewals, and the same trust covers every suppressor, SBR, SBS, and other NFA item you add later.
Do I need a trust to buy a suppressor?
No. You can file a Form 4 as an individual. A trust lets the trustees you name possess and use your NFA items, and it gives your heirs a clear ownership path. Our NFA Trust vs Individual Filing article compares the two.
Can I move a suppressor I already own into this trust?
Yes. A suppressor registered to you as an individual moves into the trust with another Form 4. A suppressor bought on a 4473 can't, because it isn't registered.