How to obtain your Florida Concealed Weapons Permit

1. Complete an authorized course with an accredited instructor.

2. Have the Range certification with a Qualified Instructor

3. Get a Certificate from the Instructor.

4. Take the Certificate to the Tax Collectors office in Brooksville (or you can use the one in Pasco County)

5. Hernando County Does Require that you set up an appointment.

6. Present your Certificate of Completion along with your Driver’s License

7. Follow the instructions at the Tax Collectors office

DO NOT TAKE YOUR FIREARM WITH YOU

Concealed Weapon License

We are accepting applications for new Concealed Weapon License (CWL), as well as, Concealed Weapon License renewals at our main office at the Brooksville Courthouse. Fingerprints, photographs and related services will all be available to process new applications and renewals.

Main Office (Brooksville Courthouse)
20 North Main St, Room 112
Brooksville, FL 34601
By Appointment only: Monday - Friday 8:00am  -4:15pm

To make an appointment call 352-754-4180 and press 3. The last application must be started by 4:15pm

 *Please note: All new Florida Concealed Weapon Licenses are issued by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and are mailed to recipients. Our office prints renewals for most Florida Concealed Weapon Licenses.

 *For more information, please visit:

• Department of Agriculture and      Consumer Services
• Fee Schedule

First-Time Applicants

1. Determine if you are eligible      for a Concealed Weapon License.
2. Applicants must demonstrate competency with a      firearm in order to qualify for a license.
3. Read the application instructions to      learn what is required.
4. Bring all of the required documentation with you to      submit your application.

 *If a U.S. citizen born outside the United States: U.S. passport, Certificate of Birth Abroad (FS-240), Certification of Report of Birth (DS-1350), Certificate of Naturalization (N-550 or N-570) or Certificate of Citizenship (N-560 or N-561)

 *If a permanent resident alien: USCIS documentation showing permanent resident alien status (I-551)

Checklist

You should have with you the following items/documents when you arrive for your application:

• A valid Driver License/ID card
• A copy of a training document or other certificate that      confirms you are proficient with a firearm
• If you have ever been arrested, bring certified copies      of the court documentation reflecting the final disposition of the      charge(s) filed against you.
• If you were born outside the U.S., or if you are a      permanent legal resident alien, bring official documentation that confirms      your citizenship status.
• Cash, check, or credit/debit card

Note to Military Members and Veterans

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is now expediting all Florida concealed weapon or firearm license applications submitted by active military members and veterans.

Active military personnel who want to apply for a concealed weapon license should include a copy of their Common Access Card or other form of official military identification with their applications. FDACS will also accept a copy of service members' current orders as proof of active duty status.

Honorably discharged veterans should submit a copy of their DD 214 long form with their applications.

 How to obtain your Florida Concealed Weapons Permit

1. Complete an authorized course with an accredited instructor.

2. Have the Range certification with a Qualified Instructor

3. Get a Certificate from the Instructor.

4. Take the Certificate to the Tax Collectors office in Brooksville (or you can use the one in Pasco County)

5. Hernando County Does Require that you set up an appointment.

6. Present your Certificate of Completion along with your Driver’s License

7. Follow the instructions at the Tax Collectors office

DO NOT TAKE YOUR FIREARM WITH YOU

Face Masks/Coverings are required when using Concealed Weapon Permit services.  No exceptions can be made due to the close proximity with our Customer Service Representative.

We are accepting applications for new concealed weapons permits as well as concealed weapon renewals at our Gulf Harbors (4720 US HWY 19, New Port Richey, FL 34652), Wesley Chapel (4610 Pet Ln, C 101, Lutz, FL 33559) and Dade City offices ONLY (14236 6th Street, Room 100 Dade City, FL 33523).  Fingerprints, photographs and related services will all be available to process new applications and renewals. 

Concealed Weapons Permit services will be available Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.  This service is not available on Saturdays at this time.  Appointments for concealed weapons permit applications and renewals are not required and customers will be served on a first come first served basis.

For more information please visit:

Fee Chart

Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services