Attendee Admission Requirements

Admission at the SHOT Show is open to businesses and government entities in the shooting, hunting and outdoor trade as well as commercial buyers and sellers of military, law enforcement and tactical products and services ONLY. No one under the age of 16 is permitted to attend (including infants).

Note: Show exhibitors and media subject to different credentialing requirements.

Acceptable Documentation Demonstrating Trade or Market Affiliation

In order to attend the SHOT Show, you must qualify on two levels.

Being an NSSF member company will expedite the qualification process and provide discounted registration. Please note, an owner/employee qualification may still be needed.

After reviewing the following requirements, if you feel that you cannot provide the documents required to attend the SHOT Show, we recommend not registering because there are NO REFUNDS once the registration is completed. Show Management does not pre-qualify before registration.

Show management reserves the right to permit or deny admission to anyone based on information provided, to accept or reject information submitted, and to request additional information at any time. If it is found that you registered in the incorrect category, you will be switched to the correct category and the corresponding fee will be due.

For questions, please email regmgr@shotshow.org.

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Active duty or civilian employed by company with direct authority to make industry purchases on behalf of their company/division with exhibitors

Company and Owner/Employee Qualification Options (all required):

Must furnish a signed written statement, on letterhead, from their commanding officer verifying direct purchasing authority with SHOT Show exhibitors.
Proof of employment as military personnel

Those without direct purchase authority, who qualify, should see qualifications for Active Law Enforcement/Military or Civilian Law Enforcement/Military.

Active duty enlisted/officers, sworn law enforcement, correctional officers, and federal agents

Company and Owner/Employee Qualification Options:

Proof of employment as active duty officer/agent

Reserve LE officers and volunteer officers, who qualify, should see qualifications for a purchaser category or Civilian Law Enforcement/Military.

Active duty officer, reserve or civilian employee with direct authority to make industry purchases on behalf of their company/division with exhibitors

Company and Owner/Employee Qualification Options (all required):

Must furnish a signed written statement, on letterhead, from their commanding officer verifying direct purchasing authority with SHOT Show exhibitors.
Proof of employment with LE department

Those without direct purchase authority, who qualify, should see qualifications for Active Law Enforcement/Military or Civilian Law Enforcement/Military.

Civilian employees who play key role in procurement of industry relevant products on behalf of their organization

Company and Owner/Employee Qualification Options (all required)::

Proof of procurement role in organization
Proof of employment with LE/Military department

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases.
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Resale certificate that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Professional who provides expert advice on industry relevant content to clientele within the industry

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Emergency service personnel providing emergency services to persons or businesses requiring medical aid, firefighting services or other emergency assistance. Law enforcement personnel please see other relevant categories.

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases.
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

A financial services provider offering services, such as funding, financial contribution, and banking services, that engages with and services the industry attending SHOT Show

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 1, 2 or 7. Type 7 requires additional information showing company’s primary function as industry retailer
Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases.
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Resale certificate that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 1, 2 or 7 (this only qualifies the responsible party on the FFL)
Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 8
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 8 (this only qualifies the responsible party on the FFL)
Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Non-military industry relevant government employees with direct purchase authority for department or who hold a procurement/sourcing role in organization. Firefighters with industry relevant purchase authority.

Company & Owner/Employee Qualifications Options (all required):

Must furnish a signed written statement, on letterhead, from their commanding officer verifying direct purchasing authority with SHOT Show exhibitors.
Proof of procurement/purchasing role in organization

Those without direct purchase authority should see qualifications for Active Law Enforcement/Military or Civilian Law Enforcement/Military.

Skilled trade professional that makes, modifies, and repairs small firearms

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 1 or 7. Type 7 requires additional information showing company’s primary function as gunsmith
Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases.
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 1 or 7 (this only qualifies responsible party on the FFL)
Most recent company paycheck stubs
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 8
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 8 (this only qualifies the responsible party on the FFL)
Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

A contracted individual or company that sells a manufacturer's products to wholesale and retail customers for commission. Cannot be directly employed by a manufacturer and must be contracted with a current SHOT Show Exhibitor

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Company website with clients listed
Line card with clients with listed
Current brokerage agreement with SHOT Show exhibitor

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases.
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Business that exclusively provides contracted industry services; such as purchasing or training, to the government and/or military. If providing manufacturing, development or design services, refer to Non Exhibiting Manufacturer or Material/Equipment/Service Supplier to Industry category.

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Current contract for relevant industry purposes that includes company information of all parties as well as contract terms

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub

Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it

External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it

Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Register under the principle business category that best describes your company
Supply one company and one owner/employee qualification from the listed options
If you would like to discuss alternative qualification options, please email international@shotshow.org

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Resale certificate that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

A company whose product offerings cater primarily to law enforcement or military sector

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

A legal services provider, such as attorneys, law firms, and legal consultants offering services such as business formation, compliance, intellectual property, contract negotiation, and litigation, specifically catering to the needs of the industry attending SHOT Show

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Resale certificate that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

A company that supplies products, parts, tools & equipment or services to the industry. Typically to companies who manufacture a finished product.

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 7
Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 7 (this only qualifies the responsible party on the FFL)
Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

A company with exhibiting potential who acts in the role of a manufacturer or exclusive brand owner/distributor of a finished industry product.

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 6 or 7
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases.
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 6 or 7 (this only qualifies the responsible party on the FFL)
Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

If your organization is volunteer based, without traditional employees, reach out to regmgr@shotshow.org to discuss potential qualification options.

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

A company comprised of experienced outdoorsmen and women who guide clients on industry relevant excursions

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 2
Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Resale certificate that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Signed copy of FFL (Federal Firearms License) – Type 2 (this only qualifies the responsible party on the FFL)
Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Company Qualification Options: (Choose one):

Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Commercial lease identifying your company name and current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Company and Employee Qualifications (all required):

Must be formed within the last 24 months
Register under the principle business category that best describes what your company will be in the industry
Provide a letter of intent from an attorney or bank, on official letterhead and physically signed, stating your intent to start an industry business. The letter must include the company’s name, company’s industry function and owner(s) name(s)
Only company owner (s) may attend. Employees are not permitted for a startup company

The letter of intent takes the place of standard show qualifications and may only be used once. Company will receive a 1-year approval. Standard qualifications will be required for future show attendance.

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Resale certificate that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

A company that buys products, from multiple manufacturers, in large quantities then resells to retailers or other businesses

Company Qualification Options (Choose one):

Two external business invoices dated within the last 9 months for industry relevant purchases
Business license that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Resale certificate that includes your company name and business address that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation
Accessible and useable company website identifying your company name, current business address and that sufficiently demonstrates your company's industry affiliation

Owner/Employee Qualification Options (Choose one):

Most recent company paycheck stub
Insurance card with employee name and company name on it
Business license or formation document with employee name and company name on it
External business invoice, dated within 9 months, with employee name on it
Business email at website that meets company qualification
Name of employee on website that meets company qualification

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