Order online, pick up at a licensed dealer in Richmond City County. Richmond, Virginia's capital, sits on the James River's fall line. Firearms ship to FFL dealers in Richmond City and nearby Henrico, Chesterfield, and Hanover counties.
Pick an FFL dealer near you that accepts shipped transfers and name it at checkout. We confirm their license and ship the firearm to them. Ammunition, optics and parts ship straight to your door where Virginia law allows.
Virginia mandates a Virginia State Police background check for all dealer sales and most private sales, with handgun purchases limited to one per 30 days, subject to exceptions. Effective July 1, 2026, laws increased the minimum age for purchasing handguns and certain semi-automatic long guns to 21 and prohibited the future sale and transfer of firearms classified as assault firearms and some large-capacity magazines, though current owners may retain their possessions. Ongoing legal challenges mean buyers should verify current regulations and definitions prior to ordering.
Dealers in these communities all work for Richmond-area buyers:
Open carry is generally permitted for adults in Virginia, but concealed carry requires a Concealed Handgun Permit issued by the circuit court of the applicant's residence, processed through the Richmond City Circuit Court clerk. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, demonstrate handgun proficiency via a qualifying course, and pass a background check. Virginia recognizes numerous out-of-state permits. Since 2020, local jurisdictions have the authority to restrict firearms in municipal buildings, parks, and at permitted events, so it's advisable to review local regulations before carrying.
East of the Blue Ridge, Virginia's general firearms deer season traditionally begins the Saturday before the third Monday in November and extends into early January, following archery and muzzleloader seasons in October and early November. Certain Tidewater areas restrict deer hunting to shotguns with buckshot or slugs and muzzleloaders. Hunting on private land is permitted on Sundays, with restrictions near places of worship. For detailed regulations in Richmond City, consult the 2026-27 Virginia Hunting and Trapping Regulations.
Richmond hunters utilize the Chickahominy and Amelia WMAs, managed by Virginia DWR, both featuring sighting-in ranges open during fall and winter.
Central Virginia hunters travel east to the Chickahominy River or southwest to Amelia for deer hunting, while the James River supports a vibrant fishing community.
Public ranges on the city pages are those run or listed by the state wildlife agency, a state forest or a national forest, chosen by distance from each city. Fees, license requirements and hours are set by the agency and change with the seasons.
Source: State wildlife agency and public-land range listings, September 2026. Distances are approximate; call or check the agency site before you drive out.
Yes. Order here, name a licensed FFL dealer in Henrico, Chesterfield, Mechanicsville, Richmond or anywhere in Richmond City County, and we ship the firearm to them. You fill out ATF Form 4473 at their counter and they run the background check.
The General Assembly enacted and the governor approved a law banning the future sale and transfer of defined assault firearms and certain large-capacity magazines, effective July 1, 2026. Immediate legal challenges were filed, so confirm the current status and definitions before purchasing.
21, as per a law that became effective on July 1, 2026, which also applies to certain semi-automatic long guns. For more information, visit the Virginia State Police firearms page.
The circuit court for the city or county where you reside, via the clerk's office. Independent cities in Virginia have their own circuit courts.
Indoor commercial ranges are the usual answer in a metro; the city page lists the nearest public range run by the state agency if one is within reach.
Each dealer sets its own fee, commonly $20 to $75. Call before you order to confirm the price and that they accept firearms shipped from an online store.
General information, not legal advice. Rules current as of September 2026. See our buying guide and check with Richmond City Circuit Court Clerk or a local attorney about your own situation.