National Gun Trusts is one of the most popular NFA trust providers. Here's everything you need to know about fingerprints for NGT trusts.
In This Guide
About National Gun Trusts
National Gun Trusts (nationalguntrusts.com) is a popular provider of:
- NFA Gun Trusts
- Trust amendments
- Educational resources
- Trust document templates
What NGT Provides
- ✓ Trust documents
- ✓ Trust instructions
- ✓ Amendment forms
- ✓ Notary guidance
What NGT Doesn't Provide
- ✗ Fingerprinting services
- ✗ EFT conversion
- ✗ Passport photos
- ✗ ATF form filing
Fingerprint Requirements
Standard Trust Requirements
When using an NGT trust for NFA items:
- FD-258 fingerprint cards for each responsible person
- EFT format for eForms submission
- Same requirements as any other NFA trust
Per Application
Each Form 1 or Form 4 submitted requires:
- Fingerprints from ALL current responsible persons
- Trust documents uploaded
- Passport photos for each RP
- CLEO notification copies
Identifying Responsible Persons
Who Needs Fingerprints?
In an NGT trust, responsible persons typically include:
- Settlor/Grantor: Person who created the trust (you)
- Trustees: Anyone who can manage trust property
- Beneficiaries: Only if they have current possession rights
NGT Trust Structure
Most NGT trusts are structured as:
- Single-person trust: Just you as settlor/trustee
- Co-trustee trust: You + spouse or partner
- Multi-trustee: Multiple family members/friends
Minimizing Fingerprint Requirements
To reduce the number of fingerprints per application:
- Keep responsible persons to minimum needed
- Add people as beneficiaries without possession rights
- Use trust amendment to add RPs later
The Complete Process
Step 1: Get Your NGT Trust
- Purchase trust from National Gun Trusts
- Complete trust with your information
- Have trust notarized (if required in your state)
- Identify all responsible persons
Step 2: Get Fingerprinted
Each responsible person needs fingerprints:
- Option A: Local police station
- Option B: UPS Store
- Option C: Sheriff's office
- Option D: DIY at home
Step 3: Convert to EFT
- Photograph your completed FD-258 card
- Upload to SlapEFT
- Receive your .eft file
- Repeat for each responsible person
Step 4: Submit on eForms
- Create/access your eForms account
- Start Form 1 or Form 4
- Upload trust documents
- Upload EFT file for each RP
- Upload passport photos
- Pay tax and submit
Tips for NGT Customers
Coordinate with Co-Trustees
If you have multiple trustees:
- Get everyone fingerprinted at the same time
- Convert all cards to EFT together
- Store all EFT files in one place
- Share with your dealer if needed
Keep Your EFT Files
Your EFT file works for multiple applications:
- Save file securely
- Use for all future Form 1s and 4s
- No expiration date
- No need for new fingerprints per item
Trust Amendments
When amending your NGT trust to add people:
- New responsible persons need fingerprints
- Existing RPs can reuse their EFT files
- Get new person's fingerprints before next application
Common NGT Questions
Can I use NGT trust in any state?
NGT trusts work nationwide, but NFA item legality varies by state. Check your state laws before purchasing NFA items.
How many suppressors can I own with one NGT trust?
No limit. One trust can hold unlimited NFA items. Each item requires its own Form 4 and $200 tax, but all use the same trust and same fingerprints.
Do I need new fingerprints for each item?
No. Your EFT file can be reused for every application. Get fingerprinted once, convert once, use many times.
