Concealed Weapons Permits

Concealed Weapon Applications and Renewals are made at the Driver License Office ONLY.

Legislation passed in 2014 allows the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) to partner with Florida Tax Collectors to offer a streamlined and secure application process.

The concealed weapon license application will be completed at a computer station. The applicant will be photographed and electronically fingerprinted. The process takes about 20 minutes.

An applicant's eligibility for licensure will be made by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

Review Florida Statutes Section Section 790.06 to learn more.

Documents for first-time applicants:

  • A picture ID, A driver's license, or a state-issued identification card is acceptable.

  • A copy of a training document or other certificate that confirms that you are proficient with a firearm. 

  • Your payment cost depends on the individual application.

  

To be eligible for a Florida concealed weapon or firearm license:

  • You must be 21 years of age or older unless you are a servicemember, as defined in Section 250.01, Florida Statutes, or you are a veteran of the United States  Armed Forces who was discharged under honorable conditions; in these instances, you may carry a concealed weapon or concealed firearm if you are 18 years of age or older.  

  • You must be able to demonstrate competency with a firearm.

Unless you are serving overseas in the United States Armed Forces, you must currently reside in the United States and be a U.S. citizen or deemed a lawful permanent resident alien by Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service. If you are serving overseas in the U.S. Armed Forces, submit a copy of your deployment documentation with your application. Those who are Resident Aliens must provide a valid Permanent Resident Alien card.

Acceptable training forms to present:

  • Any hunter education or hunter safety course approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission or a similar agency in another state.

  • Any National Rifle Association firearms safety or training course.

  • Any firearms safety or training course or class available to the general public offered by a law enforcement agency, junior college, college, or private or public institution or organization or firearms training school, using instructors certified by the National Rifle Association, the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, or the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

  • Any law enforcement firearms safety or training course or class offered for security guards, investigators, special deputies, or any division or subdivision of law enforcement or security enforcement.

  • Any firearms training or safety course or class conducted by a state-certified instructor or by an instructor certified by the National Rifle Association.

First-Time Applicants

  • Read the Application Instructions to learn what is required when you complete and submit your application.

  • If a U.S. citizen born outside the U.S.: U.S. passport, Certificate of Birth Abroad (FS-240), Certification of Report of Birth (DS-1350), Certificate of Naturalization (N-550 or N-570) or Certificate of Citizenship (N-560 or N-561)

  • If a permanent resident alien: USCIS documentation showing permanent resident alien status (I-551).

  • Applicants who are not U.S. citizens or permanent resident aliens do not qualify for a concealed weapon license.

  • Check the status of your application online or by calling (850) 245-5691 and selecting the first option

Licensing Fees

Please note: If paying by credit card, our third-party payment processor will charge a 2.5% convenience fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Do I need an appointment?

A1: Appointments are available, but not required.

Q2: What will happen once I arrive?

A2: One of our staff members will direct you to a room where you will complete an online application form. (Please note that you do not need to complete an application form in advance). Then, we will take your photograph and electronically scan your fingerprints.

Q3: How long will it take to do this?

A3: You should be able to complete the entire process in a half hour or less.

Q4: How long will it take for FDACS to process my concealed weapon license application?

A4: By law, FDACS has 90 days from the date your application is submitted to process it (Section 790.06, Florida Statutes). You may always check on the status of your application by calling (850) 245-5691 and selecting option 1.

Q5: Is your office responsible for deciding who is eligible to receive a concealed weapon license?

A5: No, our office will simply be accepting applications, taking ID photos, and fingerprinting applicants. The FDACS will continue to process all applications and make determinations regarding an applicant’s eligibility for licensure.

Q6: Is my personal information still protected and exempt from public record if I apply in person at your office?

A6: This convenience does not change the integrity of the concealed weapon license program. All personal identifying information of applicants and licensees will continue to be confidential and exempt from disclosure as public records. (Section 790.0601, Florida Statutes)

Q7: Can I renew my concealed weapon license at your office?

A7: Yes, bring your renewal application with you when you come to the Driver's License office.