Applying for a Permit in Ohio

Residents should submit their application to the sheriff of the country where they reside. The process below applies to the Washington County, but almost all other counties have the same application process.
a. Complete a training on weapons proficiency. There is a requirement of 8 hours consisting of range time and live-fire training.
b. Make sure that the instructor has a training certificate issued by the state or any national gun organization.
c. After the completion of training, obtain the following:
• Application Form
• Attorney General Firearm Pamphlet

The application form should be completed before the submission of the applicant.

The applicant must appear to Washington County with the following:
a. Completed CCW application form
b. Photocopy of the training certificate
c. Passport-style color photo taken within 30 days before the application
d. Application fee of $67.00 which can be paid through money order, cashier’s check or certified bank check
The applicant’s fingerprints will be taken for criminal background check through BCI&I and FBI.

The carry permit issued by Ohio is valid up to 5 years. Renewal fee costs $50.00