NJ Carry Permit Information And Qualification Process 

Disclaimer: The State seems to be adding and changing requirements daily. For the people who are willing to apply, and risk changes, we cannot be held liable for any changes that occur after you qualify with us. You’ve been warned.

Step 5: Use The Applications Below

State Police have now updated their website! The application is completely digital Click Here!
*Please note: The new online CCW is similar to the FARS system. You will need to upload a photo, as well as copies of your qualification sheet. You must qualify before beginning the application.

The Concealed Carry Permits service allows for online submission of both initial and renewal applications. Approved applications are due for renewal every two (2) years. Renewal applications can be submitted up to four (4) months before the expiration date. Concealed Carry Permit applicants need to have been fingerprinted for firearms purposes in New Jersey and assigned an SBI number before they can apply for a Concealed Carry Permit. 

You can find the Permit to Carry Safe Handling and Proficiency Certification and Use of Force Training document on the NJSP website.

If you have lived outside of the state of New Jersey, in the last ten (10) years, please fill out form SP-066 (Consent for Mental Health Records) and upload it to your application.

  • Step 1: The New Jersey State Police Concealed Carry Permits
    • NJ has switched over to the more convenient online application form, this is the new digital way to complete an application for both NJ resident and out-of-state resident carry permits. Click here to open the application.
  • Step 2: Police ORI Numbers & Purpose
    • Police ORI Numbers
      • When filling out the application, you will need your town’s ORI number, we have all the ORI numbers conveniently listed below by county.
    • Purpose
      • There will be three questions regarding application purpose, select the correct answer that pertains to you.
  • Step 3: Upload A Photograph
    • Passport style color photograph of applicant in civilian attire only without wearing a hat or sunglasses is required to be uploaded. Photographs must be passport style – 2 inch x 2 inch with a light background. Applications submitted with a photograph that do not meet the requirements may need to be withdrawn. Please note that there are no refunds for withdrawn applications.
    • Taking A Photo
      • Open the camera app on your cellphone
      • Switch the settings to a 1:1 ratio to ensure you’re using the correct size.
      • Take a photo using the above State specifications.
    • Upload A Photo
      • Select the “Upload” button in the Concealed Carry System to upload your photo.
  • Step 4: Training/SBI
    • New Jersey State Police Firearms Identification Card Safety & Awareness Interim Training
      • A powerpoint presentation will appear. This is the State’s “mandatory” firearms training. All you have to do is click through the slideshow. There is no quiz or test on the material.
    • New Jersey State Police Firearms Identification Card Safety & Awareness Interim Training
      • Prior to being permitted to carry a firearm, a person subject to this paragraph shall take and successfully complete a firearms training course administered by the Police Training Commission pursuant to P.L. 1961, c.56 (C.52:17B-66 et seq.), and shall annually qualify in the use of a handgun or similar weapon prior to being permitted to carry a firearm.
      • Please upload a signed copy of a Use of Force Training record indicating that you have received training in a handgun qualification course by a certified firearms instructor.
    • SBI Number
      • In this box type your FID/SBI number.
      • Note: For out-of-state residents without a non-resident FID card, you will need to apply for an FID card to complete this step prior to applying for concealed carry. Click here to begin the FID card process.
  • Step 5: Personal Information
    • Fill out appropriately.
  • Step 6: Identification Information
    • Identification Information
      • Fill out appropriately
    • Handgun Information
      • Fill out the information of all firearms you intend to carry.
  • Step 7: Contact Information
    • Fill out appropriately.
    • Note: For out-of-state residents you will need to fill out form S.P. 066 and upload to the portal.
  • Step 8: Background Information
    • Fill out appropriately.
  • Step 9: References
    • You will need the names and contact information of 4 references. References can NOT be related to you by blood or law. These references will receive an email survey on your behalf. Your application will not process until these references fill out their survey. Make sure their email addresses/names/contact information are correct before submitting.
  • Step 10: Review, Payment and Submit