01. Concealed Carry
For applicants seeking authority to carry a concealed handgun under the terms of an NYC-issued license. Training and other carry-specific requirements apply.
02. Premise Residence
A restricted license associated with the residence listed on the license. Its permitted possession and transport rules differ from a carry license.
03. Special Carry
A NYC license route described by NYPD for people who hold a valid New York county carry license and need NYC authorization under the published terms.
04. Non-Resident Carry
A procedure for applicants who do not reside in New York State, established through NYC rules effective January 5, 2025.
05. Renewal
NYC licenses and permits require renewal. Start early enough to refresh records, resolve missing documents, and meet the current submission timeline.
Rifle and shotgun permits are separate
New York City treats handgun licenses and rifle/shotgun permits as different application categories. This website is focused primarily on handgun-license preparation; always choose the correct application in the official NYPD portal.
Confirm before you pay
Application fees are generally non-refundable. Review current NYPD instructions, your residence, any license you already hold, and the authority you are actually seeking before beginning.
Terminology reviewed against the NYPD online application instructions and NYC's adopted firearm-licensing rules on August 10, 2026.
Read the official NYPD application instructions