National Carry AcademyApplying for a Permit in Florida
January 9, 2016
Process to submit an application in the State of Florida:
There are two options for submitting an application in the state the fast track process or via mail.
Note – As of July 1, 2014 the State of Florida has set up a process where an approved tax collector can accept applications to make the entire process more convenient for residents and applicants. The state has not yet updated all websites to reflect this new process.
1. Fast Track Process – The applicant can submit an application at one of eight different offices located throughout the state. Applicants can call a nearby office to schedule an appointment where they will be directed to a computer station in order to complete the application electronically. Once the application is complete the staff will also fingerprint, photograph and accept permit payments.
2. The second option is to submit the application via the mail system. Download and print an application to complete as well as make sure to contact law enforcement in order to submit fingerprints electronically.
a. Review the Florida State Statutes Chapter 790
b. Obtain a color, passport style photograph
c. Get training that meets the training requirements for the state and provide verification that meets the acceptable documents listing, photocopy the documents and send the application. If you are serving in the armed forces a Military ID card will serve as a the training requirement
d. If you have any criminal charges get certified copies of the court documents and provide those with the application
e. Provide a copy of the electronic fingerprints which can be obtained in almost any of the sheriff’s offices within any county. Specific information is available on the electronic fingerprinting page.
f.Print or type the application in order to complete it.
g. Sign the application in the presence of a notary
h. Submit the applicable fees to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, note there are no refunds on fees.
i. Send all information in one envelope including fees, photographs, fingerprints or proof of submission with associated fees, training requirements, court documents if necessary and the notarized application.
j. Mail the application to: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Licensing, PO Box 6687, Tallahassee, FL 32314
790.062 Members and Veterans of United States Armed Forces; Exceptions From Licensure Provisions
(1) Notwithstanding s. 790.06(2)(b), the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services shall issue a license to carry a concealed weapon or firearm under s. 790.06 if the applicant is otherwise qualified and: (a) Is a service member, as defined in s. 250.01; or (b) Is a veteran of the United States Armed Forces who was discharged under honorable conditions.
(2) The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services shall accept fingerprints of an applicant under this section administered by any law enforcement agency, military provost, or other military unit charged with law enforcement duties or as otherwise provided for in 790.06(5)(c).
Note – Armed forces members and veterans can apply for a FL license or permit.
Service Member information – There have been applications in the State of Florida where military ID was not sufficient proof of training but instead the Basic Training Record showing they were qualified to fire a pistol was required. It is recommend that this form be used instead of other options.
Residency note – The State of Florida will only issue permits to applicants who are currently residing in the United States.
Applying for a Permit in Florida
January 9, 2016
Process to submit an application in the State of Florida:
There are two options for submitting an application in the state the fast track process or via mail.
Note – As of July 1, 2014 the State of Florida has set up a process where an approved tax collector can accept applications to make the entire process more convenient for residents and applicants. The state has not yet updated all websites to reflect this new process.
1. Fast Track Process – The applicant can submit an application at one of eight different offices located throughout the state. Applicants can call a nearby office to schedule an appointment where they will be directed to a computer station in order to complete the application electronically. Once the application is complete the staff will also fingerprint, photograph and accept permit payments.
2. The second option is to submit the application via the mail system. Download and print an application to complete as well as make sure to contact law enforcement in order to submit fingerprints electronically.
a. Review the Florida State Statutes Chapter 790
b. Obtain a color, passport style photograph
c. Get training that meets the training requirements for the state and provide verification that meets the acceptable documents listing, photocopy the documents and send the application. If you are serving in the armed forces a Military ID card will serve as a the training requirement
d. If you have any criminal charges get certified copies of the court documents and provide those with the application
e. Provide a copy of the electronic fingerprints which can be obtained in almost any of the sheriff’s offices within any county. Specific information is available on the electronic fingerprinting page.
f.Print or type the application in order to complete it.
g. Sign the application in the presence of a notary
h. Submit the applicable fees to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, note there are no refunds on fees.
i. Send all information in one envelope including fees, photographs, fingerprints or proof of submission with associated fees, training requirements, court documents if necessary and the notarized application.
j. Mail the application to: Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Licensing, PO Box 6687, Tallahassee, FL 32314
790.062 Members and Veterans of United States Armed Forces; Exceptions From Licensure Provisions
(1) Notwithstanding s. 790.06(2)(b), the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services shall issue a license to carry a concealed weapon or firearm under s. 790.06 if the applicant is otherwise qualified and: (a) Is a service member, as defined in s. 250.01; or (b) Is a veteran of the United States Armed Forces who was discharged under honorable conditions.
(2) The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services shall accept fingerprints of an applicant under this section administered by any law enforcement agency, military provost, or other military unit charged with law enforcement duties or as otherwise provided for in 790.06(5)(c).
Note – Armed forces members and veterans can apply for a FL license or permit.
Service Member information – There have been applications in the State of Florida where military ID was not sufficient proof of training but instead the Basic Training Record showing they were qualified to fire a pistol was required. It is recommend that this form be used instead of other options.
Residency note – The State of Florida will only issue permits to applicants who are currently residing in the United States.