An alien legally in the U.S. is not prohibited from purchasing firearms unless the alien is admitted into the U.S. under a nonimmigrant visa and does not meet one of the exceptions as provided in 18 U.S.C. 922(y)(2), such as possession of a valid hunting license or permit.
WARNING!
If you are not an Immigrant Alien or a Non-Immigrant Alien it is illegal for you to purchase, possess or own a firearm in the United States.
If you are confused or have questions, please contact us at (801) 382-7432.
Immigrant Alien Description
- Granted permanent residence in the United States.
- Most are known as Legal Permanent Resident (LPR).
- Must have evidence of status.
Identification Required
- You must bring your Permanent Resident card.
- Card must have either an AR#, USCIS#, or A#.
- Number must be eight or nine numeric digits in length.
- No longer need proof of 90 days of residency.
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Non Immigrant Alien Description
- No intention of abandoning residence in another country.
Granted Accessto the United States for a specific purpose and for a temporary period of time.
Identification Required
- You must bring your Passport with Visa or Employment Authorization Card.
- Must have either an A/AR#and/or I-94#, either can be used for NICS purposes.
- AR# is located on the Employment Authorization Card and the I-94# can be located on the CBP.gov website.
- No longer need proof of 90 days of residency.