Question: Do I have to make an appointment to submit my application?
Answer: No, you do not need an appointment at the Greeley location. You do need to schedule an appointment if you are going to the Southwest Substation. You can submit your application anytime between 8am-4:30pm Monday-Friday (except holidays).
Question: Do I need to bring my firearms training certificate with me when I apply for my permit in person?
Answer: Yes, you do.
Question: Do we have to have a separate payment for Colorado Bureau Investigaton (CBI)
Answer: No, we will take payment for the full. We accept debit or credit card, personal check, cash or money order.
Question: How long do I have to wait to get my permit?
Answer: Up to 90 days, depending on CBI’s workload. We can advise current processing time when you submit your application. If there is a problem, we will contact you by phone or by mail.
Question: I’ve already had my fingerprints done for CBI (teacher, real estate agent, etc.) do I have to do them again?
Answer: Yes, CBI requires a new set of fingerprints be done for all new CHP applications. Fingerprints are done during application process at the Weld County Sheriff's Office located at 1950"O" Street, Greeley, CO or by appointment only at the southwest substation located at 4209 CR 24.5, Longmont, CO (Del Camino, I25 frontage road north of Hwy 119).
Question: Do I need to provide a photo when I submit my application?
Answer: No. A photograph will be taken at the time of application.
Question: Do you accept a hunter safety card for firearms training?
Answer: No, we do not, due to House Bill 24-1174 that took effect on July 1, 2025, we can no longer accept hunter safety cards.
Question: Where do I go for firearms training?
Answer: You can find a list of verified instructors on our website.
Question: What type of firearms training class do I need to take?
Answer: Any firearms class given by a verified instructor in the state of Colorado. You can find a list of verified instructors on our website.
Question: Do I need to bring my firearms training completion certificate when I apply for a renewal or new concealed handgun permit?
Answer: Yes, you do.
CHP Status Change Use this form- CHP Current Lost Stolen Form (PDF) to report an: Address Change, Lost, Destroyed or Stolen CHP
Question: I got my permit in Weld County and now I’m moving to another county, how do I transfer my permit?
Answer: You don’t. As of 2003 your permit is valid statewide. You will need to update your address with us (the original issuing agency) so we can update your information in our database. When your permit is within the expiration period, then you need to renew your permit in the county you currently live in.
Question: Do I have to submit the address change form in person?
Answer: No, you can get the form notarized and then you can mail it in.
Question: How long do I have after I move to submit my address change?
Answer: You are required to notify us within 30 days or you could be subject to a Class 1 Petty Offense.
Question: Will I receive a renewal notice?
Answer: No, but you do have 120 days before the expiration date on your permit to begin the renewal process.
Question: Do I need to bring my firearms class completion certificate with me when I renew my permit in person?
Answer: Yes, you do.
Question: How long do I have to renew my CHP after the expiration date?
Answer: You have 6 months to renew your permit after its expiration date.
Question: How long do I have to wait to receive my new permit?
Answer: The sheriff's office has up to 90 days to issue your CHP.
Question: Do I need to take another firearms training class each time I renew?
Answer: Yes, you do. You can find the requirements for a refresher class taught by a verified instructor on our website.
Question: I got my permit in Weld County but now live in another county and my permit is going to expire soon. What do I do?
Answer: Per Colorado Revised Statutes, you must renew your permit in the county in which you reside.
Question: My permit expired more than 6 months ago. Can I still renew it?
Answer: No. You only have up to 6 months past the expiration date to renew it. After that it is permanently expired, and you must apply for a new CHP. You can find the requirements for a new permit applicant on our website. If your permit has expired, but not past 6 months you may renew it but you will be assessed a $15.00 late fee in addition to the renewal fees.
Question: I have just moved here; can I use my out-of-state permit while I’m waiting for the Colorado permit?
Answer: No. Once you become a Colorado resident, your out-of-state permit is no longer reciprocal.
Question: Does my out-of-state permit suffice for firearm’s training?
Answer: No. You must apply for a new CHP in the state of Colorado. You can information on how to do that on our website.
Question: What other state(s) is my permit valid in?
Answer: You can check the reciprocity on CBI’s website for the most up-to-date information.