How to Renew a Maryland Handgun Permit

The initial Maryland Handgun Permit expires on the last day of the permit holder’s birth month following two (2) years after the date the permit is issued and for successive periods of three (3) years each.

RENEWAL TIMING

Your renewal application can not be submitted more than 90 days from expiration of the permit. Maryland State Police will send out renewal reminders via email to active permit holders. Expired permit applications must be submitted as an original application. This includes all original application fees, fingerprints, training, and documentation requirements.​


TRAINING:

Unless exempt, renewal applicants must successfully complete an approved 8-Hour HGP Renewal Training including range qualification with a Maryland Qualified Handgun Instructor.

Renewal training must be completed within the previous two years of submitting your renewal application. The renewal course must include instruction on state firearm law, home firearm safety, handgun mechanisms and operation, and a component that requires the applicant to demonstrate gun safety and proficiency with a minimum score of 70% accuracy.

You will be required to upload a completed and signed MSP 29-14 Certified Qualification Score Sheet​ to the renewal application. 

APPLICATION:

You may access the Maryland Wear and Carry Permit Licensing Portal at: https://licensingportal.mdsp.maryland.gov/MSPBridgeClient/#/home

Instructions for Renewing Your Maryland Handgun Permit

  1. Log Into Your Account

    • Visit the Maryland State Police Licensing Portal and log into your account.

  2. Start the Renewal Application

    • Select "Start HGP" to begin the Wear & Carry Permit renewal application.

  3. Review & Update Your Information

    • The renewal application mirrors your initial application, with many fields prefilled.

    • Verify that all your information is correct.

    • Select "Renewal" as your application type.

  4. Complete the Questionnaire

    • Answer all required questions to proceed.

  5. Upload Training Certification

    • Attach your valid training certification as part of the application process.

  6. Submit Payment

    • Continue to the payment page and submit the $75 MSP renewal fee.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Fingerprints are NOT required for renewal applications

Permit applications can take up to 90 days to process. If your application has been submitted for more than 90 days, please contact the Handgun Permit Unit for further instructions.

msp.handgunpermits@maryland.gov

Maryland Wear & Carry Permit - Renewal Course

Exempt from training…

  1. Active law enforcement officer with a law enforcement agency of the United States, the State or any local law enforcement agency in the State.

  2. Retired law enforcement officer with a law enforcement agency of the United States, the State or any local law enforcement agency in the State.

  3. Active, retired, or honorably discharged member of the armed forces of the United States or the National Guard.