November Update: The US government shutdown & upcoming auctions

Hello and welcome! As November begins, we wanted to give you a quick update on the government shutdown and what it means for ATF operations. Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered, and there’s plenty to look forward to this month.

ATF updates

Due to the recent federal government shutdown, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) employees responsible for processing applications and approvals have been furloughed, therefore, no applications are being reviewed or approved until funding is restored and normal operations resume. We also expect extended processing times even after the shutdown ends, as the agency works through the resulting backlog.To make things easier for you, our UK warehouse is offering three months of free storageand to help you plan accordingly, we anticipate that our next consolidated shipping service will take place in January or February 2026.

Upcoming November auctions

Looking ahead past the shutdown, check out the upcoming November auctions below:

Nov 4, 2025:Hermann Historica (Germany) -Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms

Nov 5, 2025:Hermann Historica (Germany) -Historical and Modern Firearms

Nov 5 & 6, 2025:Harperfield (UK)-Guns & Weapons, Medals & Militaria

Nov 13, 2025:Joh. Springer's Erben Auktionshaus (Austria) -44th Classic Auction

Nov 14, 2025:Joh. Springer's Erben Auktionshaus (Austria) -44th Classic Auction Day 2

Nov 24, 2025:Holts Auctioneers (UK) -Fine Modern & Antique Guns

Nov 25, 2025:Holts Auctioneers (UK) -Modern Sporting Guns & Rifles

Smooth import process

Once you’ve secured your items, our team takes care of everything—shipping, customs clearance, and delivery—so you can enjoy a hassle-free experience.

We’ve got more exciting news!

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new website! It’s designed to make your experience smoother than ever—featuring easy navigation, a full FAQ section, and quick access to everything you need to stay up to date. Be sure to check it outhereand see what’s new!

Happy bidding!
The MyGunImport.com Team