Check your local, state, and national firearm laws
Confirm you meet the legal age requirement
Verify you are legally eligible to own a firearm
Complete any required firearm safety or training course
Gather required identification and documents
Submit the firearm license or permit application
Pay the required application fee
Provide fingerprints or background check information if required
Pass the background check
Complete any required interview, test, or waiting period
Receive approval from the issuing authority
Renew the license before it expires
Follow all ongoing firearm storage, transport, and carry laws