What are the requirements to purchase a rifle?

Persons wanting to purchase rifles (including black powder, BB and pellet) and shotguns must show a valid Firearms Purchaser Identification card plus one additional form of photo identification and complete a Certificate of Eligibility. The information contained on the Firearms Purchaser Identification card must match the identification of the transferor. A Certificate of Eligibility can be obtained at any licensed firearms dealer, or the NJSP website.

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1. Can I apply for a New Jersey Firearms ID Card or permit to purchase a handgun if I am not a US citizen?
2. Can I apply for a NJ Firearms ID Card or Permit to purchase a handgun if I live out of state?
3. Can I borrow a gun?
4. Can I get a permit to carry a weapon?
5. Can I purchase a weapon outside of New Jersey?
6. If I inherit a firearm, what must I do?
7. What are the laws regarding assault weapons?
8. What are the laws regarding high capacity magazines?
9. What are the requirements to apply for all applicants?
10. What are the requirements to purchase a handgun?
11. What are the requirements to purchase a rifle?
12. Where can I purchase a weapon?
13. What are FARS Recommended Reasons for Denial?