NFA Status

Average ATF Wait Times

  • Trust: 18 days
  • Individual: 4 days

ATF’s updated eForms launched on January 1, removing the $200 federal stamp fee. Due to a surge in submissions and these unprecedented times, applicants may experience longer wait times.

*This is statistical information on the average processing times of correctly and completely filled-out applications from purchases made by Silencer Central customers in the last 30 days. Last updated 4.27.2026.

How to check the status of your submission:

To get the status of your transfer from the ATF, call the NFA Branch directly at: (304) 616-4500.

You will need to provide your name (or the name of your trust or corporation), the serial number of the suppressor, and the name of the transferor. For the transferor information, please use the name we sent you in the confirmation email when your electronic transfer was submitted. ATF will confirm you are in the system and will give you an estimate for when to expect the approval. Remember, they don’t know exactly when your transfer will be approved – it is just an estimate.

How Do I Get My Silencer After It Has Been Approved?

Once you’re approved, double-check that you’ve completed your 4473, your law enforcement notification (CLEO) period has passed, and all Ez-Pay plans have been paid off. Once all of those steps are complete, we’ll ship your suppressor(s) to an FFL in your state and then to your front door.

Please note: tracking may not be live for 1–3 business days. An adult signature is required at the time of delivery. Learn more about shipping.