An FBI background check is required, however, military members may submit a copy of their latest Security Clearance in lieu of undergoing the background investigation. Otherwise, members should expect an 8-10 week wait for their FBI Background Investigation. Come by the Family Support Center and obtain a local map of Guam to find the Police Administration section at Tijan to register your weapon. The ID must be renewed every three years, weapon registration is permanent. Penalties for violation of territorial firearms registration and user ID laws are quite severe and conviction and prison terms are frequent.
Some individuals have a philosophical concern about registering their firearms and avoid doing so.
Individuals who feel strongly in this matter are advised to store their weapons stateside before coming to Guam. The penalties for not registering firearms is severe and strictly applied. If you are arriving after September, consider bringing holiday presents in household goods, especially toys for children. Many members enjoy making shopping trips to Bali, Hong Kong and Korea for those unique items that can't be found anywhere else.