Firearms License Application Process

FIREARMS LICENSE APPLICATION PROCESS

Indiana State Police

1.  Complete the online application at https://firearms.ariesportal.com.  At the end of the application, you will receive directions on how to schedule electronic fingerprinting (step 2) and payment of state fee.

2.  Schedule electronic fingerprinting through MorphoTrust.

3.  Bring your application number to your local law enforcement agency for approval and local free payment.

4.  Your application will be electronically transferred to ISP for final review.  If your application is approved, your permit will be sent to you via U.S. Mail.  If your application is rejected, you will be notified via U.S. Mail and will receive instructions on how to file an appeal.

You can check the status of your application online at https://firearms.ariesportal.com.

For more information, please contact our Records Division at 219-836-6650. 


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