Check all applicable federal, state, and local laws before attempting to ship any firearm
Confirm the recipient is legally allowed to receive the firearm
Use a licensed firearms dealer or carrier service that accepts firearm shipments
Follow the carrier’s current firearm shipping policies exactly
Unload the pistol completely
Remove the magazine
Verify the chamber is empty
Secure the pistol in a locked, hard-sided case
Package the case inside a plain outer box
Do not mark the package to indicate it contains a firearm
Declare the shipment to the carrier if required by law or policy
Ship only to an authorized recipient or licensed dealer as required
Keep records of the shipment and tracking information
Comply with all destination-state transfer requirements
If unsure, consult a licensed firearms dealer or attorney before shipping