Firearms Licensing
New York firearms licensing requirements, procedures, and regulations.
Pistol Permit
Information about obtaining, renewing, and recertifying a New York pistol permit (premises or carry) under PL 400.00.
Adding and Removing Firearms from Your Pistol Permit
New York pistol permits list each handgun by make, model, caliber, and serial number, and permit holders must file an amendment with their county licensing authority whenever they acquire a new handgun or dispose of an existing one.
EffectiveCounty-by-County Licensing Differences
While New York's pistol permit requirements are set by state law under PL 400.00, each county's licensing officer has discretion over procedures, fees, processing times, and the specific restrictions placed on issued permits, creating significant county-to-county variation.
EffectiveHow to Apply for a New York Pistol Permit (Outside NYC)
Outside NYC, residents apply for a pistol permit through their county licensing officer under PL 400.00, with background checks, references, fingerprinting, and 18-hour training.
EffectivePistol Permit Recertification: Every 3 Years
New York law requires all pistol permit holders to recertify their licenses at regular intervals -- every three years for concealed carry permits and every five years for premises permits -- through an online process administered by the New York State Police.
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Concealed Carry License
Requirements and procedures for obtaining a New York concealed carry license under the CCIA framework.
NYC Firearms License
NYPD License Division handgun, rifle, and shotgun licensing within the five boroughs of New York City.
Semiautomatic Rifle License
Requirements for the statewide semiautomatic rifle license enacted in 2022, including age and application procedures.