Tennessee - How do I renew my Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit?

How do I renew my Tennessee Handgun Carry Permit?

How do I Renew a Handgun Carry Permit?

• Your handgun carry permit will expire four (4) years from the date it is issued.

• Renewals can be submitted up to six (6) months prior to the expiration date. Any person whose handgun carry permit expires and such person applies for a renewal within six (6) months from the date of expiration, such person shall only be required to comply with the renewal provisions. However, you may not lawfully carry a weapon until you receive a new permit.

• If the handgun carry permit has been expired greater than 6 months past the expiration date, the applicant will have to start the complete application process. This includes completing a handgun safety course, paying the $115 fee, being fingerprinted and undergoing a background check.

• The renewal fee for a handgun carry permit is $50.00. Permit Holders whose permit have not expired and are renewing their permit, may legally carry their handgun with the receipt provided from their application. Permit Holders whose permit have expired and are renewing their permit, cannot lawfully carry a handgun until they receive their new permit.

• A permit holder can submit a Renewal Application at any full service Driver License Center or renew by mail. To receive a renewal application by mail call toll-free 1-866-849-3548.

• Complete and sign your application. Mail the application, CERTIFIED PROOF of U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residency (no photocopies; documents will NOT be returned) and the $50.00 fee payable by check or money order to the following address:
  
  Tennessee Department of Safety
  Handgun Permit Office
  1150 Foster Ave.
  Nashville, TN 37243-1000