FFL and FFL Transfers

FFL Transfers – Hydra Customs of Merrillville Indiana

Looking for a trusted local FFL transfer service in Indiana?
Hydra Customs is a licensed Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer providing secure, compliant, and fast firearm transfers for customers in Indiana..

Whether you purchased your firearm online, out-of-state, or from a distant dealer, we make the process simple, legal, and stress-free.

What is an FFL Transfer?

A Federal Firearms License (FFL) Transfer is the legal process that allows a firearm to be shipped from one licensed dealer to another so the buyer can complete all federal and state requirements locally.
An FFL transfer is required when:

  • Buying a gun from another state.

  • Purchasing from a dealer that’s not nearby.

  • Ordering a firearm online from sites like GunBroker, Guns.com, or Palmetto State Armory.

At Hydra Customs, our team handles the transfer from start to finish — so you get your firearm quickly, legally, and with zero confusion.

How Our FFL Transfer Process Works

  1. Complete Our Transfer Request Form – Available online or in-store.

  2. We Contact the Seller’s FFL – We exchange license details and confirm shipment.

  3. Firearm Ships to Hydra Customs – Sent directly from the seller’s licensed FFL.

  4. We Log & Secure Your Firearm – All items are received and stored per ATF regulations.

  5. You Complete ATF Form 4473 – Background check performed on-site.

  6. Pay Transfer Fee & Take Home Your Firearm – Upon approval, you leave with your new purchase.

Important Transfer Requirements

  • Valid government-issued photo ID required at pickup.

  • We only transfer to permanent U.S. residents.

  • Only the purchaser named on the paperwork may pick up the firearm.

  • Waiting periods begin after paperwork is completed at Hydra Customs — not at purchase or shipment date.

  • Buyer is responsible for any state or local background check fees.

  • Firearms banned by state law will not be accepted — even if you qualify for an exemption.

  • No transfers from private individuals — licensed FFL dealers only.

  • Non-serialized firearms are not accepted.

Restrictions & Fees

  • Transfer Fee: $100 per firearm.

  • No transfers for:

    • Short-barreled shotguns

    • Short-barreled rifles

    • Class III/NFA items

  • No outgoing transfers to other FFLs.

  • Firearms will only be released after a “proceed” result from the background check.

Why Choose Hydra Customs for FFL Transfers?

  • Fast, compliant, and secure processing.

  • Conveniently located in Merrillville Indiana.

  • Friendly, experienced staff who guide you through the process.

  • Transparent pricing — $100 per firearm with no hidden fees.