Welcome

The License to Carry a Handgun service allows you to apply for, renew, or check the status of a handgun license or instructor certification online with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Before you begin, please read the Texas Handgun Licensing Laws and Selected Statutes (download Adobe Reader). For detailed eligibility requirements, please refer to Texas GC §411.172.

What You Need

Valid driver license or identification card,
Current demographic, address, contact, and employment information,
Residential and employment information for the last five years (new users only),
Information regarding any psychiatric, drug, alcohol, or criminal history,
Valid email address, and
Valid credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express)
ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

This online service is provided by Texas.gov, the official website of Texas. The price of this service includes funds that support the ongoing operations and enhancements of Texas.gov, which is provided by a third party in partnership with the State.

New Users

A new License to Carry a Handgun (LTC)
A new Instructor Certification (for those who want to teach LTC training courses)

Note: After you have submitted your application, carefully review the checklist for any additional documentation which may be required to complete your application.

Returning Users

Renew your License or Instructor Certification
Change your address
Report a lost/stolen license
Check the status of a current application
Add or Remove At-Risk status

Note: Please enter your phone number or email address associated with your application, LTC license, or instructor certification.

Help

For questions about your application with the Texas Department of Public Safety, please submit a secure email through the Regulatory Services Division (Contact Us) website or contact by phone at (512) 424-7293.

Resources

Texas Handgun License Handbook
Frequently Asked Questions
Regulatory Services Division