Yes. You must obtain the appropriate FFL before applying for an SOT. Make sure that you apply for the FFL corresponding with the type of SOT you need. This article has been reviewed by Ryan Cleckner and is factually accurate as of June 27, 2022. Ryan Cleckner, the best-selling author of the Long Range Shooting Handbook and founder of Gun University and Rocket FFL, is a recognized firearms attorney specializing in firearms law/ATF compliance. Ryan has made appearances on the History channel as a sniper expert, and Fox as an industry expert.