Philadelphia Police Department

Pennsylvania License to Carry a Firearm

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IMPORTANT: NEW PROCEDURES

 

On Monday, January 25, 2021, the Philadelphia Police Department began using the Permitium Program to provide the most efficient way of processing gun permit applications.

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Emailed applications are not accepted.

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Make sure you read and follow instructions!

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****There is no same day issuance of permits****

 

To apply for a License to Carry Firearms in Philadelphia, PA., please visit:

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https://philadelphiapa.permitium.com/ccw/start

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****We only process applications from Philadelphia residents****

 

Applicants should print out or write down confirmation information from Permitium. 

 

Your Permitium order number, username, and password will be needed to access the Permitium Order Tracker.

 

Applicants will receive email and text (optional) correspondence through the Permitium program. 

 

Applicants who are approved for a License to Carry a Firearm with the Permitium program will receive an email with instructions on making  their appointment to pick up their LTC card.

 

Do not call for status. If you have received a receipt, the application will begin to be processed. You can always check status through Permitium’s Order Tracker.

 

Appointments to pick up your License to Carry a Firearm instructions:

• bring your valid PA driver’s license or PA non-drivers ID

• Make sure your driver’s license is not expired

• any expired/expiring LTC permit

 

COVID 19 Pandemic requirements:

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Masks are required.  Make sure you have the Personal Protective Equipment required by the state, county and local government. You will have to remove it temporarily for a photo. If this causes concern for you, you should wait until that requirement is no longer in place to come in.

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Dress for the weather because you may be waiting outside. There will be no place to sit so your wait time will be standing in line. Unless you are physically disabled, only the permit holder will be permitted in the office. Do not bring friends/family (including children) along with you.