National Carry AcademyApplying for a Permit in South Carolina
January 12, 2016
62.22. Suspension of a carry permit should not be done by the state if the permit holder has submitted an application for renewal or replacement but the issuance is delayed because of the administration. The carry permit should remain valid until the replacement or renewal has been issued provided that the submission of the application is done before the expiration of the old permit.
To know more about the current changes regarding the concealed carry permit laws, click this link.
Initial and Renewal Application
You can download the application form from the website of the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. For now, renewal applicants may submit their application online, while the new applicants may soon be able to apply online as well.
To know more about the regulations regarding the processing of the concealed carry permit application, visit the SLED’s website at www.sled.sc.gov.
• The permit shall be issued to the applicant within 90 days of processing. A renewal applicant will receive the new permit 90 to 120 days before the current permit expires.
• A processing fee which costs $50.00 shall be paid to SLED by certified check, money order or cashier’s check. This payment cannot be refunded.
• A photocopy of the Driver’s License issued by South Carolina or a photo identification card should be included.
• Resident aliens should submit a photocopy of their alien cards issued by the Department of Homeland Security.
• Non-residents who are qualified to apply for a permit shall submit the Real Property Tax Form (SLED Form R-168).
The following are applicable for new applicants only:
• A completed application form with the date and applicant’s signature should be submitted. The concealed carry instructor should also sign on the form.
• Submit two complete and clear sets of fingerprint cards.
• Members of the military force who are on their active duties must submit military orders, while retired members should submit DD214.
• Retired police officers who are exempted from the processing fee should submit a retirement proof.
• Police officers, either active or retired, who are exempted from completing the training must submit a document that proves current firearm training or skills.
• Disabled veterans who are exempted from the processing fee shall include a document from the VA that indicates disability percentage.
• Training courses should be completed by the applicants within three years before submitting the application.
• The application must include the training date, the certification number of the firearm instructor and the student number.
Carry permits that are issued after February 11, 2014 are valid up to 5 years.
Please send all of the documents to:
CWP Application,
SLED Data Center,
P.O. Box 21398,
Columbia, S.C. 29221-1398)
Note: New application takes 90 days to process, while renewal application takes up to 30 days.
Training
Section 23-31-210. “Proof of training” refers to the original copy or photocopy submitted by an applicant proving that:
a. The training was completed three years before filing the application from the state, county or municipal law enforcement agency. The training must include the following:
• The laws of the state regarding firearms and other deadly force
• Safety and use of firearms
• Proper storage of firearms to prevent accidental injuries
• Actual discharging of firearms while being supervised by the instructor
b. The applicant demonstrates any of the following:
• Completion of a military training from the United States military branch by submission of DD214
• Graduate of the Criminal Justice Academy or federal or state academy where a firearm training is required for graduation for retired law enforcement officers
c. The applicant was trained by a National Rifle Association approved instructor
d. The applicant can demonstrate proficiency with the state laws concerning firearms and the use of firearms
e. The applicant is an active firearm instructor
f. The applicant is a member of the military force or the National Guard
Applying for a Permit in South Carolina
January 12, 2016
62.22. Suspension of a carry permit should not be done by the state if the permit holder has submitted an application for renewal or replacement but the issuance is delayed because of the administration. The carry permit should remain valid until the replacement or renewal has been issued provided that the submission of the application is done before the expiration of the old permit.
To know more about the current changes regarding the concealed carry permit laws, click this link.
Initial and Renewal Application
You can download the application form from the website of the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. For now, renewal applicants may submit their application online, while the new applicants may soon be able to apply online as well.
To know more about the regulations regarding the processing of the concealed carry permit application, visit the SLED’s website at www.sled.sc.gov.
• The permit shall be issued to the applicant within 90 days of processing. A renewal applicant will receive the new permit 90 to 120 days before the current permit expires.
• A processing fee which costs $50.00 shall be paid to SLED by certified check, money order or cashier’s check. This payment cannot be refunded.
• A photocopy of the Driver’s License issued by South Carolina or a photo identification card should be included.
• Resident aliens should submit a photocopy of their alien cards issued by the Department of Homeland Security.
• Non-residents who are qualified to apply for a permit shall submit the Real Property Tax Form (SLED Form R-168).
The following are applicable for new applicants only:
• A completed application form with the date and applicant’s signature should be submitted. The concealed carry instructor should also sign on the form.
• Submit two complete and clear sets of fingerprint cards.
• Members of the military force who are on their active duties must submit military orders, while retired members should submit DD214.
• Retired police officers who are exempted from the processing fee should submit a retirement proof.
• Police officers, either active or retired, who are exempted from completing the training must submit a document that proves current firearm training or skills.
• Disabled veterans who are exempted from the processing fee shall include a document from the VA that indicates disability percentage.
• Training courses should be completed by the applicants within three years before submitting the application.
• The application must include the training date, the certification number of the firearm instructor and the student number.
Carry permits that are issued after February 11, 2014 are valid up to 5 years.
Please send all of the documents to:
CWP Application,
SLED Data Center,
P.O. Box 21398,
Columbia, S.C. 29221-1398)
Note: New application takes 90 days to process, while renewal application takes up to 30 days.
Training
Section 23-31-210. “Proof of training” refers to the original copy or photocopy submitted by an applicant proving that:
a. The training was completed three years before filing the application from the state, county or municipal law enforcement agency. The training must include the following:
• The laws of the state regarding firearms and other deadly force
• Safety and use of firearms
• Proper storage of firearms to prevent accidental injuries
• Actual discharging of firearms while being supervised by the instructor
b. The applicant demonstrates any of the following:
• Completion of a military training from the United States military branch by submission of DD214
• Graduate of the Criminal Justice Academy or federal or state academy where a firearm training is required for graduation for retired law enforcement officers
c. The applicant was trained by a National Rifle Association approved instructor
d. The applicant can demonstrate proficiency with the state laws concerning firearms and the use of firearms
e. The applicant is an active firearm instructor
f. The applicant is a member of the military force or the National Guard