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

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.

To renew an Indiana Handgun License:

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.

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

Log in to the Indiana State Police Handgun Licensing Portal and follow the prompts to update your information.

Begin Your License Update Online
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.

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

Log in to the Indiana State Police Handgun Licensing Portal.

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.

*First name is required.
*Last name is required.

*Month required. *Day required. *Year required.
*Business name is required
*City of birth is required
*State of birth is required
*Application Number is required.