[PDF] Instructions for Application for License to Carry Firearms

What are the current gun laws in Pennsylvania?

The Pennsylvania Uniform Firearms Act defines “firearm” as “any pistol or revolver with a barrel less than 15 inches, any shotgun with a barrel less than 18 inches, any rifle with a barrel of less than 16 inches or any pistol, revolver, rifle or shotgun with an overall length of less than 26 inches.”

How do you renew a concealed carry permit?

To renew a LTC/CHL you will need to follow the following steps: Renew your License-To-Carry/Concealed Handgun License with the state through their website. Apply online for a renewal license from the below link and pay the renewal fees online. Download a PDF application file from the below link to print, fill-out, and mail-in with fees.

How much does a concealed carry permit cost in PA?

Pennsylvania is a shall issue state. Those wishing to obtain a Pennsylvania concealed carry must be 21 years old, or older. Individuals will need to pay various fees, totaling $25 in order to process their application. If denied the issuance of a PA license to carry, $20 will be refunded. Applications should be submitted to a county sheriff ...

Is open carry legal in Pennsylvania?

To summarize, open carry is legal in Pennsylvania without a License To Carry Firearms except in "cities of the first class" (Philadelphia) and vehicles where a License To Carry Firearms is required to do so.