Purchasing a firearm in Nebraska

Steps to Register a Firearm in Nebraska

Requirements to hold a firearm license

All concealed handguns require a license/permit for Nebraska residents. Non-residents need to have a license/permit from a state that Nebraska honors.

More information on Federal Firearm Licensees (FFL), as well as what each license type can do, can be found on our FFL home page.
We also have a very helpful FFL search tool if you want to search by postal code, state, business name, or even license number.

Does Nebraska Require a Background Check to purchase a Firearm?

No, Nebraska does not have a state law that requires a background check prior to the sale of a firearm, but federal law requires all federally licensed firearm dealers to perform a background check before any sale of a firearm.

Owning a firearm in Nebraska

Does Nebraska have a Gun Free Zone law?

Yes, Nebraska has a defined list of gun free zones:

Does Nebraska Require a Safety Course to own a Firearm?

You are not required to take a safety course in order to own a firearm in Nebraska.

Common Firearm Offenses in Nebraska

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