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Federal Explosives Licenses & Permits

Explosives License Fingerprints? We Handle ATF Cards Daily.

ATF Form 5400.13 and 5400.16 require FD-258 fingerprint cards for every responsible person. We complete your cards with the correct ATF formatting so your application moves forward without delays. $50 first card, $15 each additional.

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Each Additional
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ATF Explosives Requirements

What Your Application Requires

Every responsible person on an ATF federal explosives license or permit application must submit FD-258 fingerprint cards and a recent 2x2 photograph. This applies to new applications (Form 5400.13) and to renewal applications (Form 5400.16) when new responsible persons have been added. Incomplete or improperly completed fingerprint cards are one of the most common reasons for processing delays.

We handle ATF fingerprint cards daily for firearms and explosives applicants. Your cards are completed with the correct formatting by trained technicians who understand ATF requirements.

Form 5400.13
New Applications
Form 5400.16
Renewals
Every 3 Years
Renewal Cycle

Fingerprint Cards for Every Explosives License Type

Any business that manufactures, imports, distributes, or stores explosive materials needs a federal explosives license or permit from the ATF. Every responsible person on the application needs FD-258 fingerprint cards.

Fireworks Companies

Display fireworks manufacturers, distributors, and importers. Whether you are launching a new fireworks business or renewing your existing license, every responsible person needs fingerprint cards with the application.

Demolition Contractors

Commercial demolition companies using explosive materials for building demolition, structural takedowns, and controlled implosions. Cards needed for each responsible person on the license.

Mining and Blasting Operations

Quarries, mining companies, and blasting contractors who use explosive materials for rock removal, excavation, and land clearing. Responsible persons at every operational level may need cards.

Pyrotechnics Professionals

Stage pyrotechnics, special effects companies, and entertainment industry professionals who use explosive materials for live events, film production, and concerts.

Explosive Materials Distributors

Companies that store, transport, or distribute explosive materials to end users. Distributors need their own federal explosives license with fingerprint cards for every responsible person.

Manufacturers of Explosive Materials

Companies that manufacture explosive materials, detonators, blasting caps, or other regulated explosive components. All responsible persons on the manufacturing license need cards.

Every RP Needs Fingerprint Cards and a Photo

The ATF requires FD-258 fingerprint cards and a recent 2x2 photograph from every responsible person on the application. This includes owners, partners, corporate officers, and anyone with the authority to direct the management or policies of the business.

New Applications (Form 5400.13)

Every responsible person on the initial application must submit FD-258 fingerprint cards and a 2x2 photo. $50 for the first card per person, $15 for each additional card. Bring your entire team in for one visit.

Renewals (Form 5400.16)

Licenses renew every 3 years. New responsible persons added since the last application need fingerprint cards and photos. If your team has changed, bring the new members in before your renewal deadline.

Explosives License Fingerprint Cards in 3 Steps

1

Schedule Your Appointment

Book online at any of our 3 Virginia locations. Same-day availability is common. Bring all responsible persons together to get everyone done in one visit. Two forms of ID per person required.

2

Get Fingerprinted

A trained technician captures each person's fingerprints on FD-258 cards with the correct ATF formatting. The process takes just a few minutes per person, even for groups.

3

Submit with Your Application

You leave with completed FD-258 fingerprint cards in hand. Include them with your 2x2 photos in your ATF Form 5400 application package and submit.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

$50
first card, $15 each additional
  • FD-258 fingerprint cards by a trained technician
  • Correct ATF formatting on every card
  • Cards completed and handed to you on the spot
  • Same-day appointments at all 3 Virginia locations
  • Groups welcome. Bring all responsible persons at once.

Explosives License Fingerprint Questions

ATF federal explosives license and permit applications require FD-258 fingerprint cards for every responsible person listed on the application. These are physical fingerprint cards, not electronic files. Each responsible person also needs a recent 2x2 photograph submitted with the application.

Yes. Every responsible person on the ATF Form 5400.13 application must submit their own set of FD-258 fingerprint cards and a 2x2 photograph. You can bring all responsible persons in for one visit. $50 for the first card per person, $15 for each additional card.

Federal explosives licenses must be renewed every 3 years using ATF Form 5400.16. Renewal applications require new FD-258 fingerprint cards for any new responsible persons added since the last application. If your responsible persons have not changed, check current ATF guidance for your specific renewal requirements.

Any business that manufactures, imports, distributes, or stores explosive materials needs a federal explosives license or permit. This includes fireworks companies, demolition contractors, mining and blasting operations, pyrotechnics operators, and manufacturers of explosive materials. Each responsible person on the application needs FD-258 fingerprint cards.

No. ATF explosives license applications require physical FD-258 fingerprint cards, not EFT files. EFT files are used for NFA items like suppressors and SBRs on eForms. Your Form 5400 application requires the original fingerprint cards submitted with your application package.

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Ready for Your Explosives License Fingerprint Cards?

Schedule at any of our 3 Virginia locations. FD-258 cards completed by trained technicians with the correct ATF formatting. $50 first card, $15 each additional. Groups welcome.