Understanding Current and Future Tax Stamp Requirements for Suppressors
Overview of Tax Stamp Requirements
A tax stamp is currently required for purchasing suppressors under the National Firearms Act (NFA). This requirement includes paying the $200 stamp fee and completing all necessary registration paperwork. As of now, no changes to this process have taken effect, even if related legislation has passed both the House and Senate. Laws do not change until they are officially signed and enacted.
Pending Legislative Changes
Recent legislation aiming to eliminate the tax stamp requirement has been passed but will only take effect starting January 1, 2026. Until this date, all suppressor purchases will still require a tax stamp, and the existing procedures for NFA applications will continue to apply without change.
Purchasing Suppressors During the Transition Period
If you are planning to purchase suppressors before January 1, 2026, you still need to comply with current regulations:
You can purchase suppressors now and either: - Proceed with obtaining a tax stamp, or - Choose to delay completing the paperwork and tax stamp purchase until after the legislative changes take effect. Silencer Shop can hold your suppressor during this waiting period.
After January 1, 2026, new suppressor purchases will no longer require a tax stamp, following confirmation that the legislative changes have been enacted. Existing registration requirements should also remain unchanged until this date.
Changes to Tax Stamp Costs
Effective January 1, 2026, the $200 tax stamp fee will no longer apply to suppressor purchases. This change is part of a broader legislative adjustment. While the need for stamps remains unchanged for NFA applications, you can plan for this regulation shift to save on costs if you wait until after the effective date to file your paperwork.
FAQs About the New Legislation
Can I purchase a suppressor without a tax stamp now? No, suppressor purchases still require a tax stamp until January 1, 2026.
Can I make a purchase now and complete the NFA application later? Yes, Silencer Shop allows you to purchase suppressors now and hold off on filing NFA application paperwork until legislative changes take effect.
What happens if I order a suppressor before the changes take effect? Orders placed before January 1, 2026, still require a tax stamp. However, you have the option to hold off on processing the paperwork.