Applying for a Permit in Minnesota

Minnesota residents may have the application form printed and bring it to the sheriff of the county they live in.

Listed below are the requirements to be able to obtain a permit in the state:
• You must be 21 years or older.
• You must have a completed application form.
• You must not be prohibited by the law to possess a firearm.
• You must not have criminal records.
• You must be a resident of the county where you want to obtain a carry permit. Non-residents may submit their application to any county in Minnesota.
• You must have completed a firearms training that is accredited by Minnesota from a certified instructor.

Validity of a permit is up to 5 years.
Renewal applicants are required to undergo additional training.