New License to Carry

If you want to carry a handgun in Indiana, and do not have a current Indiana License to Carry a Handgun, click here to learn about the process to apply for a new license to carry.

To apply for a new Indiana License to Carry a Handgun:

Step 1: Complete a Handgun License Application online at the Indiana State Police Handgun Licensing Portal.
Begin Your Application Online
Step 2: Schedule an appointment to submit your fingerprints electronically at a location convenient to you. Due to the high volume in application submissions, you may experience delays in scheduling your fingerprint appointment online.
Schedule Your Fingerprint Appointment Online
Step 3: Complete local law enforcement (sheriff or municipal police) agency processing within 90 days.
Final Steps... Visit your Local Police Agency

After you complete Step 1, you will have only 90 days to complete Steps 2 and 3. Once all of the above steps are completed, your application will be electronically transmitted to ISP for final review. If your application is approved, your permit will be sent to you via U.S. Mail. If your application is rejected, you will be notified via U.S. Mail and will receive instructions on how to file an appeal.

Renew License to Carry

If you have a current Indiana License to Carry a Handgun that is expiring, or has already expired, and you need to renew that license, click here to learn about the process to renew your handgun license.

To renew an Indiana Handgun License:

Step 1: Complete a Handgun License Application online at the Indiana State Police Handgun Licensing Portal.
Begin Your Application Online
Step 2: Schedule an appointment to submit your fingerprints electronically at a location convenient to you. Due to the high volume in application submissions, you may experience delays in scheduling your fingerprint appointment online.
Schedule Your Fingerprint Appointment Online
Step 3: Complete local law enforcement (sheriff or municipal police) agency processing within 90 days.
Final Steps... Visit your Local Police Agency

After Step 1 is completed, YOU and YOUR Local Police Agency will have 90 days to complete Step 2 (Fingerprinting) and Step 3( Pay local fees ). This includes your local agency performing their background process and transmitting to the Indiana State Police before the 90 days expiration time limit. If your application is approved, your permit will be sent to you via U.S. Mail. If your application is rejected, you will be notified via U.S. Mail and will receive instructions on how to file an appeal.

Duplicate License to Carry

If you need to obtain a duplicate Indiana License to Carry a Handgun, either because your current license is lost or destroyed, or because you want to obtain the new hard plastic license card, click here to learn about the process to obtain a duplicate handgun license.

To obtain a duplicate Indiana Handgun License:

Request Your Duplicate Online

Change Name / Address

If you need to change the name or address associated with your current Indiana License to Carry a Handgun, click here to learn about the process to update your handgun license name or address.

To update your name or address on your Indiana Handgun License:

Begin Your License Update Online

Firearms Dealer License

If you want to buy and sell handguns on a regular and continuing basis in Indiana, either singly or in small quantities, click here to learn about the process to renew or apply for a new handgun dealer's license.

To apply for a new, or to renew an existing, Indiana Handgun Dealer License:

Step 1: Complete a Handgun Dealer License Application online at the Indiana State Police Handgun Licensing Portal. There is a $60.00 state fee for this application. Begin Your Application Online
Step 2: Visit your county sheriff to be fingerprinted for a criminal background check.
Visit Your County Sheriff's Office

If you have an existing Dealer License you may Login or Create Account.

If your application is approved, your permit will be sent to you via U.S. Mail.

If your application is rejected, you will be notified via U.S. Mail and will receive instructions on how to file an appeal.

Check Application Status

If you have submitted an application for a new, renewal, or duplicate Indiana Handgun License, or have submitted a change of address for an Indiana Handgun License, click here to learn how to check the status of your application.

To check the status of your Indiana Handgun License Application or your Indiana Handgun Licence Duplicate request:

Remember, after you complete an online application, you have only 90 days to complete fingerprinting and local law enforcement agency processing. Once all of the steps are completed, your application will be electronically transmitted to ISP for final review.

If your application is approved, your permit will be sent to you via U.S. Mail.

If your application is rejected, you will be notified via U.S. Mail and will receive instructions on how to file an appeal.

Voter Registration

Per House Enrolled Act 1284, the Indiana State Police Department is providing a link to assist with voter registration. https://indianavoters.in.gov/

ATTENTION: Due to the high volume of applications, you may experience delays in accessing the firearms application portal.

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*There is no Indiana statute that prohibits carrying a firearm while wearing a mask.

Effective July 1, 2021 the lifetime license to carry a handgun (LTCH) will become fee exempt, per IC 35-47-2-4..

Effective July 1, 2020 the five-year license to carry a handgun (LTCH) will become fee exempt, per IC 35-47-2-4. The five year and lifetime LTCH may be applied for and held concurrently.

The five year or lifetime LTCH license issued within the past 5 years will qualify as an alternative to the NICS background check requirement. https://www.atf.gov/rules-and-regulations/laws-alcohol-tobacco-firearms-and-explosives/gun-control-act/brady-law/brady-permit-chart

Is there an Indiana law that prohibits me from wearing a mask while carrying a handgun?

How do I find the status of my application?

Due to privacy laws, we may not give the status of your application over the phone. You may use your application number and password to check your status at the following site: https://firearms.ariesportal.com/Public/Login.aspx. Alternatively, you may bring your driver's license or state ID to your local law enforcement agency or the Indiana State Police at the following address: 100 North Senate Avenue, 3rd Floor, East Wing, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204.

I chose the wrong type of permit.

Once you have submitted the firearm application, the license type cannot be changed. When you visit your local agency, you will need to inform them of the mistake. The agency should collect the fee for the license type you actually meant to apply for and contact the State Police and the license will be changed. If you paid online, you will be invoiced for the additional state fee.

I entered my information incorrectly on my application.

If you have not visited your local law enforcement agency yet, they may be able to update select fields on your application. Otherwise you will need to write a notarized letter to the Indiana State Police indicating the mistake and correction that should be made to the application. This letter can be mailed to the following address: ATTN: Firearms Indiana State Police 100 North Senate Avenue, 3rd Floor, East Wing, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204.

Who is my local agency?

If you reside in the city limits, your local law enforcement agency would be the police department or town marshal of the city where you reside. If you reside out of the city limits, your local law enforcement agency would be the sheriff of your county.

Do I need to include expunged convictions on my application?

Expunged convictions are not required to be listed on the Indiana Handgun Carry License Application.

If I do not live in Indiana, can I still have an Indiana firearm license?

If you are a resident of another state and have a regular place of business or employment in Indiana, you qualify for a 5 year personal protection firearm license. Your local agency will be the sheriff of the county in which you have a regular place of business or employment. You will be asked to upload the following documents on your application: 1. Print, complete, sign and notarize the Out-of-State Affidavit form stating you meet out-of-state residence requirements. 2. Provide a proof of employment on company letterhead.

How long will it take to get my license?

For NEW applications, if there are no mistakes on your application and you have no criminal history, your license should be issued within 60 days from the time your local authority submitted your application to ISP.

How long does it take to get a refund if I cancel my license?

Refunds take approximately 3 to 4 weeks and will be mailed to the address indicated on the application.

I have forgotten my password and no longer have access to my original email address. How can I log into my account?

Select ‘Login’ and add your application number to the Application Number field. Select ‘Create Account’ and then enter the requested information to match with what was originally used when the application was created. If the data matches, you will be able to update your password and email address.

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