Dealer-to-Dealer Firearm Transfers in Australia: How They Work and What They Cost
You can buy a firearm online from Magnum Sports anywhere in Australia: we send it by approved freight to a licensed firearms dealer you nominate near you, and you collect it there with your licence and permit. Firearms are never sent to a private address.
This is how dealer-to-dealer transfers work in practice, what they cost, and how long they take.
How a dealer-to-dealer transfer works
- Choose the firearm and nominate a dealer. On the product page, choose to have it sent to your dealer and name a licensed dealer near you. Call the dealer first to confirm they will receive it and what they charge.
- Get your permit in your own state. You apply for a Permit to Acquire (or your state's equivalent) through your own state's firearms registry. In NSW a first PTA has a 28-day waiting period; other states set their own rules.
- Send us your licence and permit. We need a current licence of the correct category and, where required, your permit before the firearm is dispatched. We hold a paid firearm free for 30 days while your permit comes through.
- We dispatch to your dealer. Once payment has cleared and your paperwork is checked, we record the transfer in our dealer register and send the firearm to your dealer by firearms-approved freight.
- Collect from your dealer. Your dealer checks your licence and permit, records the acquisition and releases the firearm to you.
What it costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Freight, longarm (rifle or shotgun) | $65 ($85 to WA) |
| Freight, handgun | $30 ($65 to WA) |
| Receiving dealer's fee | Set by your dealer; ask them before you order |
| Your permit | Set by your state (NSW PTA: $30) |
Going the other way, if another dealer or a private seller sends a firearm to us for you, our transfer fee is $50 for a used firearm and $100 for a new firearm received from another dealer, plus freight.
How long it takes
Allow 1 to 2 business days for us to dispatch and roughly 5 to 14 days in transit, depending on your location. Most of the wait is usually the permit: if you have not applied yet, start that first.
Ammunition is not posted
We sell ammunition, primers and propellant for collection from our Roseville Chase store only, to a licence holder for that calibre. Buy ammunition from your receiving dealer or another local store.
Frequently asked questions
Can a firearm be delivered to my home?
No. Firearms bought online are only sent to a licensed dealer, who releases them to you once your licence and permit are checked.
Can I buy from Magnum Sports if I live interstate?
Yes. Nominate a licensed dealer in your state and hold the permit your state requires. Your licence must cover the category of firearm you buy.
Which dealer should I nominate?
Any licensed firearms dealer near you who agrees to receive the transfer. Call them first to confirm their receiving fee.
Related: Buying your first rifle in NSW, step by step · Dealer Services Policy
General information, not legal advice. Last checked 12 October 2026.