bikemutt
Member
Because the topic of NICS delays has come up before, along with a myriad of theories as to why, I thought I'd share this experience in the hope it may be useful to others in the future.
I purchased a new NAA .22 mag pocket gun today, my first NICS check since becoming a naturalized US citizen. I have never, ever been anything but delayed, well, denied once but we got that sorted out. Even with a VAF and a UPIN, always a one to two day delay.
I did write to NICS promptly after taking the Oath of Allegiance, asking them to make a note in my VAF since my answer concerning citizenship on 4473 would now be different. I had no idea at the time if USCIS talks to FBI etc, so better for them to hear it from me.
Anyway, the transfer was instantly proceeded
I realize this is one data point which does not a trend make, but in my case at least, I agree with my FFL that being a Resident Alien was the reason for the delays.
I purchased a new NAA .22 mag pocket gun today, my first NICS check since becoming a naturalized US citizen. I have never, ever been anything but delayed, well, denied once but we got that sorted out. Even with a VAF and a UPIN, always a one to two day delay.
I did write to NICS promptly after taking the Oath of Allegiance, asking them to make a note in my VAF since my answer concerning citizenship on 4473 would now be different. I had no idea at the time if USCIS talks to FBI etc, so better for them to hear it from me.
Anyway, the transfer was instantly proceeded
I realize this is one data point which does not a trend make, but in my case at least, I agree with my FFL that being a Resident Alien was the reason for the delays.