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Reviewed July 2026

Vermont gun rules at a glance.

The facts buyers and dealers ask about most, in plain language — then check any specific firearm, magazine, or ammunition SKU against Vermont in one search.

MAGAZINE CAPACITY

10-round limit

10 for long guns, 15 for handguns.

SUPPRESSORS

Legal with NFA process

Transfers through an SOT dealer with ATF Form 4 and a tax stamp.

SHIPPED AMMUNITION

Ships direct

Standard federal age rules apply: 18 for long-gun ammunition, 21 for handgun ammunition.

FIREARMS

Through a licensed dealer

Every online firearm purchase transfers through a licensed dealer there, with a federal background check at pickup.

Check a specific gun.

Search 29,000+ SKUs and see whether that exact configuration is flagged for Vermont — compliant variants included.

What is the magazine capacity limit in Vermont?

Vermont limits magazine capacity to 10 rounds (10 for long guns, 15 for handguns). Manufacturers sell compliant versions of most popular firearms and magazines.

Are suppressors legal in Vermont?

Yes. Suppressors are legal to own in Vermont through the federal NFA process: an SOT dealer transfer, ATF Form 4, and a tax stamp.

Can ammunition be shipped to Vermont?

Yes, ammunition ships direct to adults in Vermont under standard federal age rules.

FFL dealers in Vermont/Check another state

This checker combines distributor compliance data with plain language state law summaries. It is informational, not legal advice, and laws change. Confirm anything that matters with the state itself, your dealer, or your attorney.