bca  MN DOS 

When applying for a permit to carry a pistol please follow the following directions:

  • Apply in person, in the county of your residence, mailed applications are NOT accepted
  • If you are not a resident of Minnesota you can apply at any Minnesota Sheriffs office
  • Your signed certificate of completion (which includes the course content and live fire qualification)
  • Application fee (maximum of $100)
  • Valid (not expired) U.S. Government issued photo identification

Permit application form 6 pages (do not sign until you are in front of the clerk of the county)