The FBI NICS E-Check System provides an online platform for firearm-related background checks and services.

FBI NICS E-Check HelpUser's Guide (PDF)

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Several icons continuously appear as you navigate through the NICS. The table below identifies the most used icons and the action they perform in the NICS.

Access to the FBI NICS E-Check will not be granted unless the NICS Section receives a signed copy by fax, e-mail or mail of the enrollment form.

NICS E-Check Help pages and NICS E-Check FFL User's Manual can be located from www.nicsezcheckfbi.gov help link with both PDF and Text links provided to the User's Manual.

The NICS has been established within the FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division for the purpose of performing instant background checks on prospective firearm transferees.

This user can access the FBI NICS E-Check to initiate firearm background checks. Primary User/Manager - This user will have administrative privileges at the store or stores he or she is assigned.

Accessing or using the NICS or permitting access or use of the NICS by another, for any unauthorized purpose, is a violation of Federal law, for which sanctions may include criminal prosecution; a civil …

La Sección de NICS del FBI está disponible para servir a los concesionarios con todas sus necesidades relacionadas con NICS. La Sección de NICS del FBI recibe llamadas telefónicas entre las 8 AM y la …