What type of background check is required for a private gun sale in Iowa?

In Iowa, private gun sales do not require a background check. This means that individuals who are selling firearms privately—meaning they are not licensed dealers—are not mandated by state law to conduct background checks on buyers. This policy reflects Iowa's approach to private transactions, allowing individuals more freedom in how they handle the sale of personal firearms.

While federally licensed dealers are required to perform a background check for sales, this requirement does not extend to private sales. Thus, the absence of a mandated background check in private transactions aligns with the correct answer.