Massachusetts permit renewal

Official-source summary. Values we could not confirm are labelled, never filled with assumptions.

At a glance

Window opens

Not confirmed. Check with Local Police Department

Grace period

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Refresher training

Not confirmed. Check with Local Police Department

Renewal fee

Reported: Same fee schedule as new applications appears to apply - no separate discounted renewal fee is listed ($100 LTC / $25 retired LEO / $100 FID / $25 FID under 18 / $100 non-resident). Confirm at the source

New term

Not confirmed. Check with Local Police Department

If you miss the window

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Some current details are not fully confirmed. Verify dates, fees, and requirements on the official page before relying on them.

Issuing agency: Local Police Department

Source: Commonwealth of Massachusetts — last checked 2026-10-04

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What to know in Massachusetts

The issuing agency is Local Police Department.

After a move or name change, tell the issuing agency within 30 days, and an online option is reported. Confirm with the issuing agency

Official page: Commonwealth of Massachusetts · Reciprocity: where a Massachusetts permit is honored

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