Please read all instructions prior to completing the application and fingerprint cards. You
Must submit the following:
• New Permit Application, complete both pages of the form. All questions must be answered. Print
and sign both pages. Both pages must be mailed along with the required documents and fee.
Applications may not be submitted electronically or by email at this time.
o The FIREARMS QUALIFICATION AND STATUTORY REVIEW AFFIDAVIT section on the
second page of the application must be completed by all applicants. Indicate where you
received your firearms training from in accordance with Arizona Revised Statute 13-3112.
o You must sign and date attesting that you have reviewed and are knowledgeable of the
Arizona Revised Statutes Title 13, Chapter 4 and Chapter 31.
• A copy of a document demonstrating competence with a firearm in accordance with Arizona
Revised Statute 13-3112(E)(6 a-d) and/or 13-3112(N)(1-8).
o This document must be consistent with where you indicated your firearms training was taken
from under the FIREARMS QUALIFICATION AND STATUTORY REVIEW AFFIDAVIT.
o Only 1 type of acceptable firearms training is needed to apply for an Arizona permit.
• Two completed fingerprint cards. See instructions for completing the required information on the
fingerprint cards. Fingerprint images shall be taken by a qualified fingerprint technician, they
must be classifiable, not smudged or outside of the allowable box area. They must be submitted
on FBI form FD-258, which is the Blue Applicant Fingerprint card. Do NOT bend the fingerprint
cards. Fingerprinting services are available at multiple locations, search the internet, or check
with your local police department or sheriff’s office.
• $60.00 cashier’s check, money order, or certified check payable to
AZ DPS
• If applicable, record your address and signature on the cashier’s check or money order.
o Personal checks, business checks, credit card payments, and cash are NOT accepted.
• If applicable, in reference to the 2
nd
question on the application, if yes, submit a copy
of one of the following: Certificate of Naturalization; record of birth abroad to American citizen;
record of birth abroad to armed service personnel; or a current United States passport.
• If applicable, in reference to the 3
rd
question on the application, if yes, submit a copy of your
Permanent Resident Alien card (front and back). The “A” number must be clearly visible, and
the issue and expiration dates must be imprinted on the front of the card. The card must be
current. Conditional Residents do not qualify for an Arizona permit. You must also submit
documentation to prove residency in the state of Arizona. Documentation may include an
Arizona Driver’s License or ID card, or two documents issued from two separate businesses,
organizations or government agencies (utility bills, credit card/bank statements, insurance
policy, lease, etc.) with your name and physical address listed (not a P.O. Box), matching the
address provided on your application.
o You must either be a US citizen or an Arizona resident; with a valid Permanent Resident
Alien card, to obtain an Arizona Concealed Weapons permit in accordance with Arizona
Revised Statute 13-3112(E)(1).
