Can a Moving Company Transport Guns?

As a responsible firearm owner who is preparing for a move, you may be wondering if the moving company will be able to handle your firearms or if you will have to make special arrangements. It’s important to be aware that there are strict laws that govern the transport of firearms and specifically ammunition and that your moving company should make every effort to know and abide by these laws. To summarize, many moving companies are able to move unloaded firearms from one location to another. However, you will be hard pressed to find a company that will move ammunition for you, due to its volatile and explosive nature. The hazards are simply too great for most moving companies to assume.

How to Move Ammunition on Your Own

It really only makes sense to hire a company to move your ammunition if you have a large quantity of it. You can likely facilitate the transport of small quantities yourself, provided that your destination is within a reasonable driving distance and that you take the necessary precautions. This includes properly padding and securing the ammo so that it doesn’t jostle while in transit. If driving to your destination is not feasible, or you simply don’t have the capability to transport the ammo yourself, you are better off heading to the range to use it and then buying new ammo when you reach your destination.

For more tips on moving firearms and ammunition or to schedule a move, contact Atlantic Relocation Systems today. We proudly serve responsible gun owners all across the U.S.