Department of Safety
Dave Mitchell, Commissioner
Handgun Carry Permits
In October of 1996, the Department of Safety began issuing handgun carry permits pursuant to Public Chapter 905. Prior to this change, handgun carry permits were issued by local sheriff's offices. Since October 1996, the Department of Safety has issued more than 339,000 handgun carry permits.
Contact Us:
Lisa Knight, Manager
1150 Foster Avenue
Nashville, TN 37243
(615) 253-5221
866-849-3548 (toll-free)
- How Do I Obtain a Handgun Carry Permit?
- Can I renew my handgun carry permit before it expires?
- If my handgun carry permit has expired can I still renew?
- What States Recognize Tennessee Handgun Carry Permits?
- How do I Renew A Handgun Carry Permit?
General Information on applying for a handgun carry permit in Tennessee
Qualifications/Requirements
Qualifications that must be met before applying for a Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit
Renewing your Handgun Carry Permit
How to renew your Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit
Change your Handgun Carry Permit Address
By law if you move, you are required to notify us of your new address within sixty (60) days
Replace a Lost Permit
if you have misplaced or lost your handgun carry permit, you will need to apply for a duplicate
Out of State Permit Holder Information (Reciprocity)
Tennessee's recognition of out-of-state handgun carry permits and Reciprocity information
Handgun Safety School and Instructor Information
How to become a state certified handgun safety school or certified handgun instructor
Firing Range Requirements
Tennessee requirements for firing ranges
Safety Program Rules
Department of Safety Approved Handgun Safety Program Rules
Handgun Carry Permit Related Laws
List of laws related to Handgun Carry Permits in the Tennessee Code
Handgun Carry Permit Forms and Publications
Application for State Certified Training School
Application for State Certified Handgun Instructor
Handgun Safety School Class Roster
Petition for Appeal - Handgun Permit
