You must take another permit to carry class to renew and present a current certificate of completion of an MN Permit to Carry class taught by a Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) certified instructor (these certificates are valid for one year from the date it was issued).
Gun Permits You must be a resident of the county from which you are requesting a permit, if you are a Minnesota resident. You must be at least 21 years of age. You must complete the correct application form. You must not be listed in the criminal gang investigation system.
To obtain a Permit to Carry fill out a Permit to Carry Application and submit it to the sheriff's office in the county where you live. Once received, the office has 30 days to process the application.
Our online course is just 1 of 3 ways you can obtain your permit to carry. You may also stop in our store or range and get it on demand. Additionally, we have several classes on our schedule that you can enroll in to get your permit.
Hennepin County residents apply for a permit through the sheriff's office. Other Minnesota residents apply in the county where they live. Out-of-state residents can apply at any sheriff's office in Minnesota.
Must be a US citizen or legal alien. Applicants must have a current Minnesota driver's license, Minnesota ID card or passport with supporting residency documentation on their person at the time of application. Must be 21 years or older under federal law to acquire handguns from licensed dealers. Must not be a fugitive.
To obtain a Permit to Carry fill out a Permit to Carry Application and submit it to the sheriff's office in the county where you live. Once received, the office has 30 days to process the application. A Permit to Carry is valid for five years and is renewable.
Permit applications must be processed within 30 days.