Legal
Ownership Status
Allowed
Hunting Status
Federal
Requirements
$0
Tax (2026)

Ownership Requirements

To own a suppressor in South Carolina, you must meet federal requirements:

  • Be 21 years or older (18 if purchasing from an individual or as trust beneficiary)
  • Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident
  • Be legally allowed to possess firearms
  • Complete ATF Form 4 with fingerprints and photograph
  • Pass FBI background check

South Carolina does not impose additional state requirements beyond federal law.

Hunting Regulations

Hunting with suppressors is legal in South Carolina for all game species where firearms are permitted. Check current season regulations for specific requirements.

State-Specific Notes

South Carolina allows suppressor ownership under federal guidelines. Hunting with suppressors is permitted for all legal game.

How to Buy in South Carolina

The process for buying a suppressor in South Carolina is straightforward:

  1. Choose a suppressor from Capitol Armory
  2. Submit fingerprints and photograph online
  3. Review and sign. Capitol Armory completes the paperwork, you sign digitally.
  4. Wait for ATF approval (currently days to weeks for eForm)
  5. After approval, we ship direct to your residence

Capitol Armory ships to South Carolina and offers direct-to-door delivery in all 42 suppressor-friendly states. See our complete buying guide for detailed steps.

Key Takeaway

Suppressors are legal in South Carolina with no state-level restrictions beyond federal requirements. Hunting with suppressors is permitted for all legal game.