The MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

1 Page 1 of 18 Revised February 20, 2018 The MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY FIREARM permit APPLICATION INDIVIDUAL FIREARM permit FIRST TIME AND RENEWAL INSTRUCTIONS 1. All parts of the application must be completed. Failure to complete this application may result in the denial of the application. 2. Once the application is completed and notarized, the individual making the application must bring it to the DEPARTMENT of PUBLIC SAFETY Headquarters in Jackson, or a MISSISSIPPI Highway Patrol District Substation in Greenwood, Batesville, New Albany, Starkville, Meridian, Hattiesburg, Biloxi, or Brookhaven and be fingerprinted at that time. 3. The applicant must present two current forms of identification when returning the application. One must be a photo identification, either MISSISSIPPI Driver s License or MISSISSIPPI Identification Card.

2 The second may be: (a) Social Security Card (f) Military Identification Card (b) Birth Certificate (g) Passport (c) Marriage License (h) W-2 Form (d) Divorce Decree (i) Other Official Government Identification (e) Military Discharge (DD214) (j) Current Firearm permit 4. The applicant must have a photograph attached to the application. The photograph should form a pose straight forward and should not drop below the level of the chest; must fit in the designated box on The photograph may be black and white or color, but must be of such quality as to make all facial features readily discernible. The photograph must be no more than (30) days prior to the application. No hats, shades, or earpieces should be worn while taking the photo. 5. The fee for a first time firearm permit is One Hundred Twelve dollars ($112), non-refundable.

3 The fee may be paid in any one of the following methods: (1)CASH; (2.) CASHIER S CHECK; (3.) VISA; (5.) MASTERCARD; (6.)DEBIT CARD. Cashier s Check should be made payable to the DEPARTMENT of PUBLIC SAFETY . 6. Retired Law Enforcement must provide a letter on the retiring agency letterhead stating that such officer has honorably retired and has completed a certified law enforcement training academy. Honorably retired law enforcement officers shall be exempt from payment of the license fee; there will be a $ charge for the processing of fingerprints. 7. Disabled Veterans must have a stamped copy of the Disabled Veteran verification form that is obtained through the Veteran Affairs Regional Office (instructions on ) and shall be exempt from payment of the license fee; there will be a $ charge for fingerprint processing. You may also use the service-connected disability letter obtained through ebenefits to receive the fee exemption.

4 Page 2 of 18 Revised February 20, 2018 8. The total fee for an individual firearm permit renewal is Seventy-Two Dollars ($ ); for an individual 65 years and older the total fee is fifty-two dollars ($ ) non-refundable. This fee may be paid in any one of the following methods: (1.) CASH; (2.) CASHIER S CHECK; (3.) VISA; (4.) MASTERCARD; (5) DEBIT CARD. There will be an additional $ late fee for all firearm permit renewals submitted after the expiration of the firearm permit . Permits expired longer than 6 months cannot be renewed; the permit will start over as new and all fees associated with a new permit will be assessed. Senate Bill 2619 Allows active duty military including active reserve to obtain the enhanced carry permit (copy of orders with the application). Allows Veterans to obtain the the enhanced carry permit ; must present a DD214 with Honorable Discharge, vet on the Driver s License or the MS Veterans Affairs Board Form with the red stamp used to get the vet designation on the driver s license.

5 Disabled Veterans may obtain the enhanced carry permit . Documentation must be presented stating that you receive service-connected disability compensation if the DAV status is not already in the system. Allows retired military from any branch or component to obtain the enhanced carry permit . Will present retired military ID or official documentation. Please include a copy with the application. If the 8hr SAFETY course has not been taken, the Military/Retired Law Enforcement affidavit must be signed and notarized along with documentation listed above to receive the enhanced carry endorsement. Mail in Process The renewal application for a Firearm permit may be mailed to the Firearm permit Division at Box 958 Jackson, MS 39205 on the first renewal and then every other time of renewal. The applicant must provide a full set of fingerprints administered by any law enforcement agency on the standard FD-258 FBI card and must NOT be folded in any manner.

6 The card must be completely filled out in all applicable places. A photo must be attached as stated prior in # 4 listed above to the notarized and completed application. The renewal has to be processed by the expiration date to avoid a late charge. Failure to submit the application in a timely manner could result in a late fee of $15 that must be paid before the application can be processed. Only cashier s checks for the exact amount are accepted when renewing by mail. Disclaimer The MS DEPARTMENT of PUBLIC SAFETY is not responsible for Firearm Permits that are lost in the mail. Failure to follow procedures for the mail in process will yield one return of your application with a letter of instruction. Please note that any subsequent submissions that fail to follow procedures for the mail in process will not be returned. Page 3 of 18 Revised February 20, 2018 Hours of Operation Jackson Headquarters 1900 E.

7 Woodrow Wilson Jackson, MS 39205 {601} 987-1593 *Enhanced endorsements are added to existing permits Monday - Friday *Fingerprint cards for job related background checks are done Monday - Friday Monday & Thursday Tuesday & Wednesday Friday Security Guard Processing Firearm permit Processing No permits are processed 8:00 4:30 8:00 4:30 8:00 4:30 Troop D 1301 Cypress Avenue Greenwood, MS 38930 {662} 453-4515 Wednesday Firearm Permits & Security Guard Permits 8:00 3:00 Troop E 22000 A Hwy 35 N Batesville, MS 38606 {662} 563-6400 Monday & Tuesday Firearm Permits & Security Guard Permits Morning Hours - 8:00 11:30 Afternoon Hours 1:00 3 Troop F 1103 Bratton Road New Albany, MS 38652 {662} 534-8619 Wednesday & Thursday Firearm Permits & Security Guard Permits Morning Hours - 8:00 11:30 - Afternoon Hours - 1:00 3:30 Troop G 987 Hwy 182 E Starkville, MS 39759 {662} 323-5316 Thursday - Firearm Permits & Security Guard Permits 8:00 11:30 Troop H 910 Hwy 11/80 E Meridian, MS 39301 {601} 693-1926 Monday - Firearm Permits & Security Guard Permits 8:00 11:30 Troop J 36 Tatum Ind.

8 Dr. Hattiesburg, MS 39401 {601} 582-4744 Monday - Wednesday - Firearm Permits & Security Guard Permits 8:00 11:30 Troop K 16741 Hwy 67 S Biloxi, MS 39532 {228} 396-7400 Monday Thursday - Firearm Permits & Security Guard Permits Morning Hours - 8:00 11: 00 - Afternoon Hours - 1:00 3:00 Troop M 160 Hwy 84 E Brookhaven, MS 39601 {601} 833-0808 Monday - Firearm Permits & Security Guard Permits 8:00 11:30 Page 4 of 18 Revised February 20, 2018 DISABLED VETERAN VERIFICATION INSTRUCTIONS Instructions for Veterans in Obtaining A Firearm Letter from the DEPARTMENT of Veterans Affairs 1. Report to the Jackson Regional Office located at 1600 Woodrow Wilson Drive, Jackson, MS 39216 between the hours of 8am and 4pm and ask to speak to a Veterans Service Representative in the PUBLIC Contact Area. 2. The Veterans Service Representative will ask you some questions to verify your eligibility to obtain the concealed carry permit letter.

9 Please make sure you bring a picture ID with you. 3. If you do not wish to travel to the VA Regional Office to obtain this letter, you can request a letter to be mailed or faxed to you at You must make application for a firearm permit through the MS DEPARTMENT of PUBLIC SAFETY after obtaining the verification letter. For Other Questions Concerning VA Benefits Please Review the Following Information: What Is eBenefits? eBenefits provides electronic resources in a self-service environment to Service members, Veterans, and their families. Use of these resources often helps us serve you faster! Through the eBenefits website you can: Submit claims for benefits and/or upload documents directly to the VA Request to add or change your dependents Update your contact and direct deposit information and view payment history Request a Veterans Service Officer to represent you Track the status of your claim or appeal Obtain verification of your military service, civil service preference, or VA benefits And much more!

10 Enrolling in eBenefits is easy. Just visit for more information. If you submit a claim in the future, consider filing through eBenefits. Filing electronically, especially if you participate in our fully developed claim program, may result in faster decision than if you submit your claim through the mail. If You Have Questions or Need Assistance If you have any questions, you may contact us by telephone, e-mail, or letter. If you Here is what to do. Telephone Call us at 1-800-827-1000. If you use a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD), the Federal number is 711. Use the Internet Send electronic inquiries through the Internet at Write Put your full name and VA file number on the letter. Please send all correspondence to the address at the top of this letter. If you are looking for general information about benefits and eligibility, you should visit our website at , or search the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) at Page 5 of 18 Revised February 20, 2018 TITLE 45.