How to Apply for a District of Columbia
Concealed Pistol License
You must appear in person at the Firearms Registration Branch to submit your Concealed Pistol License application.
Schedule your appointment for “Firearms - Concealed Pistol License Application” online at: https://go.nemoqappointment.com/Booking/Booking/Index/dc876re9gh
STEP ONE: TRAINING
Unless exempt, complete the 16-hour firearms training course, which includes DC-Specific Laws on Self-Defense and Range Training conducted by a MPDC CCW-Certified Firearms Instructor, qualifying with a score of at least 70% accuracy.
STEP TWO: APPLICATION
Download the DC Concealed Carry License Application and Instructions
Turn in your completed application, along with:
Valid ID
Proof of Residency
Original Training Certificate
You must register every handgun that you intend to carry in DC by using the Application for Firearms Registration Certificate Form (PD-219). You will not be able to turn in your application unless you have a handgun to register or already have one registered with DC MPD.
DC MPD will take your fingerprints, photo and payment during your appointment.
Application fee: $75
Fingerprint fee: $35
STEP THREE: WAIT
DC MPD has ninety (90) days to submit a decision on your application. You will be notified via email whether your application has been approved or denied. DC MPD is not currently issuing permits by mail, you must download or print the emailed copy of your permit and firearm registration card.
Questions, contact the Firearms Registration Branch.
DC Metropolitan Police Department
Firearm Registration Branch
One Judiciary Square
441 4th Street, NW, Room 550 South
Washington, DC
(202) 727-4275
firearms.adminbox@dc.gov
In 2017, the District's requirement that applicants show a “good reason” to fear injury to his or her person or property to receive a concealed carry permit was struck down by a federal appeals court in Wrenn v. District of Columbia.