This form is to request approval to make a NFA firearm. A making tax liability may be incurred.

Nov 13, 2025 · Form 5630.7, Special Tax Registration and Return National Firearms Act (NFA) Filed annually by a federal firearms licensee to be qualified to conduct business in NFA firearms

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Any person other than a qualified manufacturer who wishes to make and register an NFA firearm must submit a written application to ATF on a form prescribed by ATF. 26 U.S.C. 5822.

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The ATF's eForms system provides an online platform for submitting and managing applications related to firearms, explosives, and other regulated items.

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Guidance will be provided in the original disapproval and instructions for submitting a paper application can be found on the Form 1, Application to Make and Register a Firearm.

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Upon receipt of the completed Form 1, ATF will process the application and, if approved, a tax stamp will be affixed to the original of the form and the approved application will be returned to the applicant.