What size photo does ATF Form 4 need?
A 2x2-inch frontal-view photograph taken within six months before the application date.
ATF Form 1 & Form 4 photo guide
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ATF Form 4 and Form 1 applications for NFA items ask for a 2x2-inch frontal photograph of each individual applicant or responsible person, taken within six months of the application date. Paper forms need a printed photo; eForms take a digital upload.
- 2x2-inch frontal view photograph
- Taken within 6 months of the application
- One photo per individual applicant or responsible person
- Printed for paper forms; digital JPEG for eForms
- Plain light background, face fully visible
Where the photo goes
Individual transferees attach the photo to the Form 4 itself. For trusts and other entities, each responsible person submits a photo with Form 5320.23, the NFA Responsible Person Questionnaire.
Keep a digital copy. eForms asks for an upload, and you can print the same file from the 4x6 sheet for paper copies.
Avoiding a delay
A photo that is too old or unclear can hold up an application that already takes weeks to process.
- Use a photo taken within the last six months
- Face the camera directly with your head uncovered
- Print at 100% scale so the photo measures exactly 2x2 inches
- Make one photo for each responsible person on a trust
Frequently Asked Questions
Does each person on a gun trust need a photo?
Yes. Each responsible person submits a 2x2 photo with their Form 5320.23 questionnaire.
Can I use this photo for ATF eForms?
Yes. Upload the single-face digital file, and print the 4x6 sheet if you also need paper copies.