State a reason for seeking the license, which may include self-defense, employment, hunting, target shooting, gun collecting or “another proper reason” Provide a driver's license or state ID (or, if a resident of another state, your license or permit from that state) Provide two references that are not family members.
1. APPLICANT MUST BE 21 YEARS OF AGE AND HAVE A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE OR ID CARD. 2. IF YOU ARE A NON-RESIDENT, YOU MUST HAVE AN UNRESTRICTED LICENSE TO CARRY FROM YOUR HOME STATE.
Applications can also be dropped off at the Gun Permit Unit Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. If you prefer, you can apply online for a license. You can also use the website to renew or replace an existing license.
Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, be a citizen of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted into the United States, have knowledge and training in the safe use and handling of a pistol by successfully completing an appropriate pistol safety training course or class and be a legal resident of Michigan ...
The entire process takes about 60 days from the time your correct application was first received at the FFLC.
In the vast majority of states, a person does not need a permit simply to own a gun. A person must be 18 or 21 years old to buy a gun. Generally, laws forbidding the carrying of handguns include limited exceptions.